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Make Invisible Ink, Write Secret Messages & Solve the Number Mystery!

With VE Day celebrations fast approaching, there's never been a better time to dive into the world of spies, secret agents and codes to make some creative games for kids.

No matter your age, playing and learning together can be a wonderful way to bridge the generation gap. But did you know the secret power of real play isn't just something kids like to do it's something they need to do? Physical activities combined with creativity and a sprinkling of imagination, exercises their minds and encourages them to work together.

At Jaques we are celebrating V.E Day with a few ideas to get you started with your own (completely screen free!) spy games for kids. 

 

How To Make Invisible Ink And Write Your Own Secret Message

It might sound like something out of Harry Potter, but writing secret messages is one of those easy to make kids learning toys that you can all get stuck into as a family.

 Mission 1: Click here for printable instructions - How to make invisible ink and write you own secret message  

 

How To Create Your Own Secret Agent Code Name

An ideal way to tempt movie loving kids away from the television, creating your own secret agent name is great screen free fun for all the family.

Mission 2: Click here for printable instructions - How to create your own secret agent code name

 

How To Become A Number Detective 

Perfect if your children are a fan of solving mysteries and figuring out clues, this easy to make game combines problem solving with plenty of opportunities for encouragement from the rest of the family. See if you can match the right key to open the right padlock!

Mission 3: Click here for printable instructions - How to be a Number detective

These spy games are not just creative games for kids, but can be enjoyed by all ages too, and VE Day offers a wonderful opportunity for all generations to share stories and find new ways to play and learn together.

Ben Williamson
Creative Writer
Ben is passionate about Montessori learning for children and has written for many parenting publications to bring the magic of real play to families in the UK. After graduating in 2009, his career has enabled him to work in areas such as Child Development and Psychology. As a great believer that learning starts at home, he combines his experience with his own parenting style to help bring other families together.