Looking for free printable games for kids that keep children entertained without a tablet or phone? Whether you’re heading to a restaurant, traveling by plane, taking a road trip, sitting in a waiting room, or chaperoning a school field trip, these printable travel games are the perfect solution.
Our printable games are easy to pack, simple to explain, and fun for kids of all ages. Best of all, they’re free to print and provide hours of screen-free entertainment wherever you go.
Printable Tic Tac Toe Game
Tic Tac Toe is a timeless favorite that’s quick to learn and fun for everyone. Players take turns placing X’s and O’s on the grid, trying to get three in a row—horizontally, vertically, or diagonally.
Tic Tac Toe Printout
>> Tic Tac Toe game printout – Six games print per page.
Creative Ways to Play
- No paper? Make a grid with drinking straws and use two different colored sugar packets as game pieces at a restaurant.
- Use an empty egg carton (3 x 3 cups) with two colors of plastic Easter eggs for a reusable version at home.
This classic printable helps encourage creativity, strategic thinking, and family fun.
Squares Printable Game (Dots and Boxes)
>> Printable Dots and Boxes Game – Four games per page
Also known as Dots and Boxes, this classic strategy game challenges players to complete more squares than their opponent.
Squares Printable Game (a.k.a. Dots and Boxes)
>> Squares Printable Game – Each printout contains 4 games.
Players take turns drawing one horizontal or vertical line between two dots. Whenever a player completes a square, they claim it by writing their initials inside and immediately take another turn. The player with the most completed boxes wins.
Perfect for:
- Restaurants
- Road trips
- Waiting rooms
- Classroom activities
- Family game night
Printable Hangman Game
Hangman is a fun word guessing game that builds spelling and vocabulary skills.
Hangman Printouts
>> Hangman Game Printout – Four games print per page.
One player chooses a mystery word (4–6 letters works well) and gives a category hint such as:
- Animals
- Colors
- Foods
- Sports
- Disney Characters
Players guess one letter at a time. Every incorrect guess adds another part to the hangman drawing until the word is solved—or the drawing is complete. Use the printed alphabet to cross off letters that have already been guessed.
Happy Face Word Guessing Game
Looking for a kid-friendly alternative to Hangman? Try the Happy Face Game.
Happy Face Printable Game
>> Happy Face Printout Game – Four faces print per page.
Instead of drawing a stick figure, players build a smiling face with each incorrect guess:
- Two eyes
- Nose
- Mouth
- Two ears
- Hair
Want to make the game last longer? Add fun extras like:
- Hair bow
- Earrings
- Bow tie
- Mustache
- Beard
Kids enjoy the same word-guessing challenge without the traditional hangman drawing, making it a great choice for younger children.
Money Sudoku for Kids
Introduce children to logic and money skills with this beginner-friendly Sudoku for kids.
Money Sudoku for Kids
>> Printable Sudoku puzzle – Two different sudoku puzzles print per page.
Instead of numbers, players use:
- Pennies
- Nickels
- Dimes
- Quarters
The goal is to place one of each coin in every row, column, and four-square section. This simple Level 1 puzzle helps children develop:
- Logical thinking
- Problem-solving skills
- Coin recognition
- Early math confidence
A great independent activity for quiet time, travel, or classrooms.
Find the Treasure Printable Game
This printable game is similar to Battleship but with hidden treasure.
Find the Treasure
>> Treasure game grid – Four grids print per page. Cut part or give each player their own page.
One player becomes the game leader and secretly hides treasure by marking 5–10 squares on their game board. Other players take turns guessing coordinates such as 2, E to uncover the hidden treasure.
Players should mark every guess on their own grid to avoid repeating coordinates. Every correct guess earns a treasure, marked with a star. The player who discovers the most treasure wins.
This printable game is perfect for:
- Family vacations
- Long car rides
- Camping trips
- School activities
- Indoor rainy-day fun
Print, Pack & Play Anywhere
These free printable games for kids make it easy to keep children entertained almost anywhere. Whether you’re traveling, dining out, waiting for an appointment, or simply looking for screen-free family activities, these printable games offer fun, learning, and friendly competition without needing batteries or Wi-Fi.
Print a few pages before your next outing and you’ll always have an easy activity ready whenever boredom strikes.
