Easter Holiday Activities for Kids: Screen-Free Fun for the Whole Family

The Easter holidays are a wonderful time for family adventures, but they can also bring the familiar challenge of two whole weeks to fill with activities.

Parents often find themselves searching for Easter holiday activities for kids that are fun, educational and easy to set up. And when the weather turns rainy (as it often does in the UK!), screen-free activities become even more valuable.

If you’re looking for creative, science-inspired ways to keep children entertained this Easter, we’ve put together some brilliant ideas.

Why Screen-Free Activities Matter During the Holidays

School holidays often lead to a big increase in screen time. While digital entertainment can be useful in small doses, many families prefer to balance this with activities that encourage:

  • creativity
  • curiosity
  • problem-solving
  • family interaction

Hands-on activities, like experiments, crafts and puzzles, help children learn while they play. They also create moments families can enjoy together.

That’s exactly why we created the Whizz Pop Bang Family Activity Bundle.


A Brilliant Easter Gift for Curious Kids

If you’re looking for an Easter gift idea that lasts longer than chocolate, the Whizz Pop Bang Family Activity Bundle is designed to keep children entertained throughout the holidays.

This special bundle includes four fantastic books and magazines packed with science, creativity and laughter.

Discover Whizz Pop Bang’s new family activity bundle

Inside you’ll find:

Whizz Pop Bang: Amazing Grazing

A fascinating science magazine exploring the surprising world of grasses. Children can investigate plant science, try hands-on experiments and discover amazing facts about nature.

Perfect for curious readers aged 6 to 12.

Hoopla: Deep Blue Sea

Our sister magazine Hoopla is designed for younger explorers aged 4 to 9.

In this ocean-themed issue, children can enjoy pirate games, creative crafts and fun ocean activities.

The Whizz Pop Bang Science Joke Book

With 200+ science jokes, this book is perfect for car journeys, rainy afternoons and family giggles around the table.

The Whizz Pop Bang Snip-Out Science Book

A hands-on activity book with 30 creative projects to cut, stick and build, from flying machines to moving skeletons.


Why Families Love the Family Activity Bundle

Many families have children of different ages, which can make it tricky to find activities everyone enjoys. This bundle is designed with that in mind. It includes:

✔ Something for older children
✔ Something for younger siblings
✔ Science-based and creative activities to do together
✔ Jokes and puzzles the whole family can enjoy

It’s a wonderful way to bring science, creativity and laughter into the Easter holidays.


A Perfect Alternative to Chocolate Easter Gifts

Chocolate eggs are a classic Easter tradition – but they tend to disappear quickly! Many parents and grandparents are now looking for Easter gifts that inspire creativity and curiosity.

Easter holiday activities for kids science experiments
Give the gift of curiosity

A magazine or activity book can provide hours of discovery, making this bundle a thoughtful and lasting Easter surprise.


Easy Easter Holiday Activities to Try at Home

If you’re planning some simple Easter holiday activities, here are a few ideas to try with children:

Activities like these help children develop a love of learning and discovery.


Where to Get the Family Activity Bundle

The Whizz Pop Bang Family Activity Bundle is available now from our shop.

It’s a wonderful Easter gift for:

  • siblings of different ages
  • grandchildren
  • curious kids who love science
  • families who enjoy learning together

👉 Explore the Family Activity Bundle here


FAQ

What are some screen-free Easter holiday activities for kids?

Hands-on activities such as science experiments, crafts, puzzles and creative projects are great screen-free options. Magazines and activity books can also provide structured activities children can enjoy independently or with family.


What is a good Easter gift for children besides chocolate?

Many families choose educational gifts like science magazines, activity books or craft kits. These gifts encourage curiosity and creativity while providing entertainment throughout the holidays.


What age is Whizz Pop Bang magazine for?

Whizz Pop Bang is designed for children aged 6–12 and is packed with experiments, puzzles and science stories.


What age is Hoopla magazine for?

Hoopla magazine is aimed at younger children aged 4–9 and focuses on creativity, crafts, nature and mindful activities.


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FREE primary school resources to celebrate British Science Week 2025!

Are you looking for fun and simple British Science Week activities to celebrate this year’s theme, “Change and Adapt”? We’ve got you covered with a FREE science resource pack filled with hands-on experiments that your class will love!

Why ‘Change and Adapt’ is a Brilliant Theme

This year’s British Science Week theme encourages children to explore how things change in the world around them—whether through chemical reactions, forces, materials, or biological adaptation. It’s a fantastic opportunity to tie science into your curriculum in a way that’s engaging and memorable.

Free School Resources Pack – Throw A Science Party In Your Classroom!

To help you plan a curiousity-awakening, exciting (and most importantly, stress-free) British Science Week, we’ve got an amazing science freebie for you: a FREE ‘Science Party’ pack packed with six exciting experiments designed for KS1 and KS2. These hands-on activities will spark curiosity, encourage problem-solving, and bring science to life!

What’s Inside the Science Party Pack? 🎉

Each experiment explores the “Change and Adapt” theme through fun, interactive investigations that are easy to set up:

🟢 Making Chromatography Decorations – Explore how colours separate and create beautiful patterns! A perfect mix of art and science.

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Incredible Invisible Ink – Uncover secret messages using simple kitchen ingredients—just like a real scientist (or spy)!

Each activity is easy to set up with minimal resources, making it perfect for busy teachers who want maximum impact with minimal prep!

Like all of Whizz Pop Bang’s science teaching resources, the science behind each activity is explained in simple, age-appropriate language, making planning and teaching these fun lessons an absolute breeze.

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How to Make British Science Week Unforgettable

British Science Week is the perfect opportunity to ignite a love for STEM in your classroom. Whether your pupils are experimenting with chemical changes, forces, or electricity, our Science Party Pack will keep them engaged and excited.

Discover more ideas for how to make British Science Week go with a bang in 2025!

Let’s make British Science Week 2025 a celebration of curiosity, discovery, and fun! 🚀


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