5 Rainy Day Ideas for Pony-Loving Kids
No Sunshine? No Problem.
Here are five cozy, creative, and pony-themed ways to make a rainy day feel magical — screen-free, playful, and full of imagination.
1. Surprise Printables from Our Free Library
Rainy days are perfect for little gifts — especially when they come with ponies!
In our Lunora Kids Free Library, you’ll find four printable pony-themed cards to color, decorate, and give away. They’re inspired by our Sweet Pony Coloring Book and make a lovely surprise on any rainy afternoon.
You’ll also find our brand-new printable Pony Mobile — perfect for crafting and hanging by the window.
📥 Download them all for free at lunorakids.com/library
2. Build a Stable from Cardboard Boxes
Transform leftover boxes into a mini pony barn! Add doors, stalls, or even a tiny hayloft.
Let your child design and decorate it their way — paint, stickers, markers — anything goes!
It’s open-ended play that sparks imagination and guarantees hours of fun.
3. Get Creative with Pony Crafts
Rainy days and crafts go together like ponies and galloping.
💡 We’ve found some simple step-by-step tutorials on YouTube — no fancy materials required.
– How to Make an Origami Horse – Paper Horse instructions
– DIY Hobby Horse Craft 🐴 | Easy Kids Craft with Paper, Yarn & a Stick!
– DIY Paper Horse Craft Tutorial
– Adorable Pink Pony Unicorn Craft
– Horse Headband Craft For Kids
4. Draw a Little Pony — Your Way
Give your child paper, pencils, and a comfy corner, and invite them to draw their dream pony.
What’s its name? Does it fly? Is it tiny, chubby, or graceful?
Need a little help? YouTube has beginner-friendly tutorials — we’ll share a few fun ones below!
– How to Draw a Pony
– How To Draw Rarity My Little Pony
– How to draw a unicorn
– Horse Drawing from 243 Number
5. Watch a Pony-Themed Movie or Documentary
Make some popcorn, cuddle up, and dive into the world of ponies on screen!
Great picks for kids aged 6–8 include:
🎬 Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron – wild freedom and friendship
🌈 My Little Pony: A New Generation – colorful, fun, and full of teamwork
🐎 Black Beauty (2020) – gentle and emotional
🧚♀️ Barbie & Her Sisters in A Pony Tale – perfect for pony dreamers
🌿 Pony Sitters Club – a feel-good pony series (Netflix)
🎥 Real pony documentaries – search for “mini horse farm” or “ponies for kids” for calming, real-life pony content
Let your little one pick the film — and let the pony magic begin.
✨ Wishing you a cozy, creative, pony-filled rainy day at home.
