The Screen-Free Activities Quiz by Aura & Common Sense Media

Your kid’s favorite apps reveal their perfect screen-free activity

What if your kid’s favorite apps could tell you what offline activities they’ll enjoy most? Whether your child enjoys Roblox, YouTube, or puzzle games, we’ll match their interests with fun, screen-free activities they’ll love.

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What is the Screen-Free Activities Quiz?

The Screen-Free Activities Quiz is a free tool for parents from Aura Parents and Common Sense Media. Pick one of ten common app categories among kids age 7-11 (building games, puzzle apps, streaming, and more), and we'll show you screen-free activities matched to what your kid already enjoys.

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Choose your child’s favorite game or app category

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Our screen-free recommendations for

Quick Play Games

Building Games

Puzzle & Brain Games

Pretend Play Games

Educational Apps

Art & Music Apps

Adventure & Exploration Games

Multiplayer & Social Games

Variety & Mini Games

Video & Streaming Apps

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Cup Stacking Relay

Stack fast. Race to the top.

Paper Airplane Contest

Fold it. Launch it. Watch it soar.

Card Game (War & more)

Shuffle, deal, and battle for bragging rights.

Brick Block Build-Off

Endless creations and imagination.

Cardboard Fort Challenge

Turn boxes into castles, rockets and more.

Modeling Clay Sculpt-Off

Squish, shape, and sculpt masterpieces.

Puzzle Pro

Reveal the picture piece by piece.

Backyard Scavenger Hunt

Search high and low for hidden treasures.

Maze & Puzzle Master

Crack codes, solve mazes, master the challenge.

Play Pretend Pro

Create any character. Who will you be today?

DIY Dress-Up

Capes, crowns, and endless adventures.

Action Figure Storytime

Create epic quests for any character.

Simple Science Experiments

Mix, fizz, and discover cool surprises.

Family Charades Challenge

Act it out without saying a word.

I Spy Speed Round

Be the first to spot tiny details.

Bracelet Workshop

Twist colorful creations for friends and family.

Paint & Create Session

Make masterpieces and display them proudly.

Homemade Band Jam

Bang, shake, and record your family band.

Nature Treasure Hunt

Explore and collect nature’s coolest finds.

Neighborhood Adventure Walk

Wander, explore, and spot hidden gems.

Playground World Explorer

Pretend the playground is a brand-new planet.

Capture the Flag

Run fast, hide smart, and stay undefeated.

Family Board Game Night

Laugh, compete, and play again!

Backyard Relay Challenge

Run, cheer, or hop for victory.

DIY Carnival Challenge

Toss, aim, and catch carnival glory.

Backyard Obstacle Course

Climb, crawl, and race against the clock.

Mini Game Marathon

Bounce between mazes, puzzles, and quick brain games.

Family Talent Show

Write, rehearse, and perform your funniest ideas.

Puppet Theater Performance

Bring characters to life behind the curtain.

Star in your own show

Be the expert chef, artist and more.

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The Screen-Free Activities Quiz by Aura & Common Sense Media

Your kid’s favorite apps reveal their perfect screen-free activity

What is the Screen-Free Activities Quiz?

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