These Are the Best Toys to Keep Your Kids Entertained for Hours While You’re Stuck at Home 

From road trips to plane rides to an afternoon on the couch, a coloring book will be sure to keep your kids entertained. This version from Crayola features cityscapes of New York, San Francisco, Rio de Janeiro, and more, which will help your family look forward to future travel. 

To buy: target.com, $7

For crafty kids, this kit includes everything you need to make more than 12 friendship bracelets. Plus, the container doubles as a water bottle that you can use long after you've completed the project. 

To buy: nordstrom.com, $15

For kids ages three and up, this set of lacing cards, which comes with its own storage box, is ideal for practicing the alphabet and fine motor skills. 

To buy: target.com, $25

A mess-free coloring set is a helpful companion for long car rides, but it's also perfect for easy, at-home art projects. 

To buy: target.com, $10

You don't have to worry about losing necessary pieces with this travel-friendly memory game from Melissa & Doug. The durable and easy-to-use game is perfect for throwing in your bag for entertainment on the go, but it's just as convenient to use at home.

To buy: target.com, $13

This lightweight version of the classic Etch A Sketch will help your child create all kinds of art projects, since it allows for sketching or tracing in rainbow colors. 

To buy: target.com, $18

Available in varieties for different ages and grade levels, Brain Quest provides fun and challenging trivia that will entertain your kids whether you're at home or on the road.

To buy: staples.com, $13

An activity book that comes with crayons and stickers is an all-inclusive source of entertainment, especially for kids who love arts and crafts. 

To buy: macys.com, from $20

This Scrabble set has a special game board that allows you to lock tiles in place for less mess, making it perfect for travel (or game nights at home with easy clean up). 

To buy: macys.com, $20

The possibilities are endless with this set of magnetic shapes, which you can build and stack into various structures. Plus, the shapes are easy to disassemble, making them perfect for taking on future trips.

To buy: target.com, $40