Hey Marbella parents! Tired of screens at mealtime? At Kids Arena, we believe dining should be a fun,
bonding experience. Here are 17 engaging screen-free activities to transform your family meals into
memorable adventures.
- Interactive Storytelling
Watch your kids giggle as each family member adds a sentence to create a silly story—sparking
imagination at the table!
- “I Spy” Game
Spot a fork or a sunny Marbella view and let your kids guess—it’s a classic that never fails to entertain!
- Doodle Placemats
Give your kids paper placemats and crayons to doodle their favorite Marbella beach scenes while
waiting for food.
- Conversation Starters
Pull a fun question like “What’s your dream vacation?” from a jar to get everyone talking and laughing.
- Menu Exploration
Let your kids read the menu and pick their meal—maybe they’ll choose a Marbella-inspired dish to try!
- Origami Napkins
Fold napkins into cute shapes together—it’s a creative way to decorate and build fine motor skills.
- Memory Challenge
Hide a few table items and see who remembers the most—your kids will love showing off their memory!
- Alphabet Game
Name animals from A to Z—it’s a simple, educational game to keep little minds busy.
- Tabletop Tic-Tac-Toe
Draw a grid on a placemat for a quick tic-tac-toe match—hours of fun with zero prep!
- “Two Truths and a Lie”
Share fun facts and guess the lie—your family will laugh while learning about each other.
- Counting Challenge
Challenge your little ones to count forks or plates—it’s a playful way to practice numbers.
- Word Association
Start with “beach” and see where the word chain takes you—maybe to a Marbella sunset!
- “Would You Rather” Questions
Fly or be invisible? These silly dilemmas spark lively chats and big smiles.
- Silent Artist
Draw a picture silently and let your kids guess—it’s a creative twist on communication!
- Gratitude Round
Share what you’re thankful for, like a sunny day in Marbella—it sets a positive vibe.
- Puzzle Time
Work on a small puzzle together before the meal—teamwork makes mealtime magical!
- “Guess the Ingredient”
Close their eyes, taste a bite, and guess—it’s a tasty challenge for curious kids!
Transform your meals with these screen-free ideas and make every moment count! At Kids Arena
Marbella, we’re dedicated to helping families connect through active play. Discover more tips at our Kids
Arena Blog and join us for fun, screen-free adventures!
