Tag Archives: outdoor games

Sidewalk Chalk Games

Break out the sidewalk chalk and think big! With a yard stick, or a board to use for a straight edge, your kids can use the chalk to draw a giant checkerboard or chess game on the driveway or patio. As a plus, it takes a while to color in all those squares! And it’s a good lesson in measuring and parallel lines. For checkers you can use different colors of paper plates. For chess pieces, you could draw pictures on the plates, or even use stuffed animals. I’m thinking the kids could even be markers themselves and play a … Continue reading →

Outdoor Games and Track Day

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Today was the annual Track Day at our elementary school. I will admit to grumbling just a little bit before I went. With only ten days left of school, I didn’t feel like giving up my last free Thursday. And I’ve been to so many track days over the years, they’ve lost a little charm. Today was my eleventh track day as a parent. I’m so glad I went today though. My children were glad to see me, I got some great pictures, and got to visit with some other parents. Mainly though, this was the most creative track day … Continue reading →

A Yard Project the Kids will Like Too

Add some color and texture to your yard or garden that can also double as a fun project, and later a game for the kids. You will need nine concrete stepping stones, each 1’square foot in size (you can use larger stones if desired, or for a large yard). Stepping stones are available at most garden centers or home improvement stores for a couple of dollars each. You will also need two different colors of paint, specially formulated for painting stone or concrete. Choose bright colors that coordinate with the exterior of your home or with some colors found in … Continue reading →

Fun with Flying Discs!

It was a gorgeous day, and the kids were bored. School’s out, and our family vacation wouldn’t be for another week. “Can we go to the park, Mom?” they whined. We found a shady spot with lots of trees, spread out a blanket and ate sandwiches. Then we opened up a package of Kever Flying Discs that I bought several days ago. And that’s when the fun began. These discs are so entertaining, we played with them for hours. All the kids loved them, but especially Kyle, who typically refuses to join in with throwing and catching activities. His lack … Continue reading →

Make Outdoor Games

The weather is getting nice, or it soon will, so now is a great time to make some outdoor games. Ball Catchers This game is simple to make, simple to play, and your kids will have fun with it for hours. Items Needed: 2 One-gallon jugs (from milk or drinking water, with handles) Scissors Ball Indelible markers 1. Wash plastic milk jugs and cut away a section from the top, leaving the handle intact and creating a round area (as shown below). 2. Decorate the ball catchers with indelible markers and allow to dry. 3. Choose a ball that will … Continue reading →