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Build Your Own Alexa Activity Picker for Kids

🎯 Never Hear "I'm Bored" Again!

Create a custom Alexa skill that randomly picks indoor activities for your kids. Just say "Alexa, pick an activity from Activity Picker"and get instant family fun ideas!

Example conversation:

You: "Alexa, open Activity Picker"

Alexa: "Here's a fun activity for you: Create a treasure hunt with clues around the house!"

Why This Works Better Than Apps

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Hands-Free

No phone to unlock, no app to find. Just ask and get instant ideas!

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Random Selection

Alexa picks randomly, removing decision fatigue for both kids and parents.

Instant Response

No scrolling through lists. Get activity suggestions in under 3 seconds.

Step-by-Step: Build Your Activity Picker

1

Open Alexa Blueprints

Go to blueprints.amazon.com and sign in with your Amazon account. Look for the 'Flash Cards' template - we'll customize this for activities.

2

Choose Your Template

Select 'Flash Cards' (it's perfect for random selections). Click 'Make Your Own' to start customizing.

3

Name Your Skill

Skill Name: 'Activity Picker' | Invocation: 'activity picker' (what you'll say to Alexa)

4

Add Your Activities

Instead of Q&A pairs, use the format: Question: 'Pick an activity' | Answer: '[Your activity here]'. Add 15-20 different activities.

5

Customize Responses

Set Alexa's responses: 'Here's a fun activity for you:' and 'Would you like another activity idea?'

6

Test & Deploy

Preview your skill, test it, then click 'Create Skill'. It'll be available on all your Alexa devices in a few minutes!

15 Indoor Activities to Add to Your Alexa Skill

Copy and paste these activities into your Alexa Blueprint (or create your own!):

Activity 1:

Create a treasure hunt with clues around the house

Activity 2:

Build a fort using pillows and blankets

Activity 3:

Have a dance party in the living room

Activity 4:

Make paper airplanes and have a flying contest

Activity 5:

Play hide and seek

Activity 6:

Do a science experiment with baking soda and vinegar

Activity 7:

Create art with whatever you can find in the junk drawer

Activity 8:

Have an indoor picnic on the floor

Activity 9:

Play charades with movie titles

Activity 10:

Build something amazing with LEGOs

Activity 11:

Write and perform a short play

Activity 12:

Make homemade playdough

Activity 13:

Have a sock puppet show

Activity 14:

Play 20 questions

Activity 15:

Create a scavenger hunt for specific colors around the house

Pro Tips for Your Activity Picker

  • Keep it simple: Activities should be doable with household items
  • Age-appropriate mix: Include activities for different ages if you have multiple kids
  • Include time estimates: "5-minute dance party" vs "30-minute treasure hunt"
  • Weather alternatives: Have both indoor and outdoor options
  • Update seasonally: Add holiday-themed activities throughout the year

Advanced Ideas: Multiple Activity Lists

Once you're comfortable, create specialized activity pickers:

🌧️ "Rainy Day Activities"

Indoor-only activities for bad weather days

🎂 "Birthday Party Games"

Group activities perfect for parties

🧠 "Learning Activities"

Educational games disguised as fun

⚡ "Quick 5-Minute Fun"

Fast activities for short attention spans

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