Summary
Children are a core part ofThe Sims 4, yet the things that the player can do with them aren’t as varied as one could think. The game has many strong points, but its long-time players have discovered that there aresome aspects in which it could improve. For example, the children’s school life and aspirations are limited to a certain degree.
Luckily, plenty of creative players have come up with mods that solve this problem and offer richer, more realistic child gameplay. From new school interactions to updated personality traits to a larger selection of hobbies, these mods help significantly improve child gameplay inThe Sims 4. Players who love the various stages of life but want this gameplay to be more fleshed-out can achieve the same, with the toddler and child stages being enhanced significantly with thesechild gameplay mods.
Updated on July 30, 2025, by Jenna Amore:Children in The Sims 4 often feel overlooked compared to teens and adults, but with the right mods, they can shine just as brightly. While expansion packs like Parenthood and Growing Together offer valuable additions, modders have stepped in to fill gaps and elevate the child experience even further. From interactive gameplay to skill-building activities, these mods breathe new life into childhood stages, giving young Sims more opportunities to grow, learn, and have fun. Here are the best mods to make child Sims more engaging, versatile, and central to Sims' lives.
1First Love
Capture The Innocence Of Childhood Love
TheFirst Lovemod forThe Sims 4captures the innocent magic of childhood crushes, allowing players to explore the awkward yetendearing moments of young love. With this mod, child Sims can develop crushes on each other, performing adorable interactions like confessing their feelings, sending texts, or chatting over the phone.
As their crush deepens, a hidden romance bar begins to build, accompanied by custom moodlets reflecting their excitement and nerves. Share playful moments like monkeying around or heartfelt gestures like hugging and stargazing together. This mod allows players to define young love in their game, adding a new layer of emotional depth and realism to childhood experiences.
2In Your Safe Piggy Banks
The Perfect Place To Safely Store Simoleons
This mod adds a charming yet functional twist to childhood finances inThe Sims 4. With theIn Your Safe Piggy Banksmod, children can safelystore the simoleons they’ve earnedin their piggy bank, allowing them to deposit and withdraw money as they please. There’s even a playful twist — Sims with the kleptomaniac or evil trait can steal from the piggy banks, adding a layer of mischief to family life.
This heinous act of betrayal can affect the relationship between the two Sims, introducing drama and consequences to the innocent act of saving. Introduce this mod to the game to add a fun and engaging element to childhood, blending financial responsibility with a touch of unpredictability.
3PlumKidz
New Interactions, Activities, And Moodlets For Child Sims
Creators plumlace and plumbaleena have teamed up to create thePlumKidzmod, bringing fresh activities to childhood gameplay inThe Sims 4. The mod introduces seven new social interactions for child Sims, such as “Start Sibling Rivalry,” “Talk About Special Interest,” and “Ask For Music Recommendation,” adding depth to sibling relationships and friendships.
Additionally, parents can send their kids to one of six new rabbithole after-school activities, like Soccer Practice, the Ice Cream Shop, or the Trampoline Park. These activities lead to unique moodlet buffs, including the uncomfortable “Brain Freeze” and the angry “Sibling Rivalry.” Child Sims can evenexperience emotion buffslike Cringe Parents or Jealousy, making family interactions more relatable and nuanced.
4Youth, Family, And Friends Activities
New Rabbithole Activities For Family Bonding And Childhood Growth
TheYouth, Family, and Friends Activitiesmod introduces 40 new rabbithole activities for Sims of all ages, helping them create lasting memories with loved ones without requiring player control.
For child Sims, the mod offers 12 engaging options, such as classes, clubs, and entertainment activities like Art Class, Gymnastics, or School Dance, allowing them to explore their interests and bond with others. These activitiesenhance family dynamicsand provide new ways for kids to grow and develop outside of the home.
5Afterschool Activities Bundles
Classes, Teams, And Clubs For Children To Build Skills
For more educationalafterschool activities that allow Sims to build skills, download theAfterschool Activities Bundles. Creator ilkavelle has created a combined total of 11 afterschool activities between the two bundles. Artistically inclined children can take part in extracurricular activities like Literature & Poetry Class or School Orchestra, which can be found in the first bundle.
The second bundle has activities that are geared toward students who enjoy mental skills. Take an IT Course or Technical Classes, join the Nature or Science Club, or become a part of the Speech & Debate League. Children can build related skills by participating in their activities.
6Kids Can Paint
Create Masterpieces From A Young Age
The Sims 4has several features that weren’t available in previous titles. On the other hand, it’s missing things that may seem surprising. For example, while children could paint inThe Sims 3, it’s not possible inTS4.This is remedied with Cepzid’sKids Can Paint mod. Children have the same access to easel sizes and picture types as adult Sims.
Children canshow off their painting skillsand create custom artwork that their parents can sell or hang up. This is a great way to have kids help with earning money if simoleons are running low. It is a great way for children to practice their creativity, and players can live out their artsy child protégé storylines.
7Kids Can Exercise
Fitness Fun For The Whole Family
TheKids Can Exercisemod breaks down barriers and encourages young Sims to stay active and build healthy habits. With this mod, child Sims can hit the treadmill, punch it out on the punching bag, and follow along with workout videos alongside their family. It’s a fantastic way to add realism to Sims’ fitness routines while giving kids a productive and fun hobby that promotes wellness.
While heavy equipment like workout machines and rock-climbing walls remain restricted for safety, this mod still offers plenty of opportunities for children to join in on family fitness sessions. Storytellers with child Sims will enjoy the added depth this mod brings, whether raising a budding athlete or simplyfostering a fit and healthy household.
8Functional Toy Stove
Baking Dreams Begin Here
Bring back the nostalgia ofThe Sims 3with theFunctional Toy Stovemod, now reimagined forThe Sims 4. This adorable addition allows child Sims to bake their own cupcakes, choosing from nine delightful flavors like vanilla, chocolate, and red velvet. Whether they succeed with a sweet treat or end up with a charred cupcake, this mod captures the charm of childhood experimentation.
The stove is available in eight fun colors and costs just 100 simoleons in build/buy mode, making it an affordable and engaging addition to any family home. Perfect for storytelling, this mod is ideal for youngSims who dream of a culinary careeror simply enjoy indulging their inner pastry chef.
9Functional Lemonade Stand And Table Bake Sale
Earn Spending Money As A Kid
Children inThe Sims 4have limited after-school activities outside school clubs and the Scouts. They are also unable toget part-time jobsif players want them to have their own money. In reality, running lemonade stands or selling baked goods are things that kids do all the time.
With theFunctional Lemonade Stand And Table Bake Salemod, kids can tend a stand to sell lemonade or baked goods to Sims on the lot. The stand can be tended by either adults or children. Each stand has a list of flavors depending on what they sell. Children can run their own business and get some extra simoleons for the household.
10Chores
Create A Chore Schedule
Children need a lot of time for learning, playing, and making friends but sometimes they have to do things they may not find as fun. Household chores are part of life regardless of age, but they are a good way to teach responsibility and help parents with some household tasks. Players withParenthoodcan have their parent Sims tell their kids to do things like clean up, make the table, or do their homework.
Having to physically command Sims to do this every time can get tiresome, but theChoresmod reinforces children to do chores autonomously using a schedule. Sims can set a chore scheduleusing the Family Bulletin Board fromParenthood. They can assign cleaning duty hours or days ahead of time with the mod.
