3 weeks into summer I feel like all my kids want to do is escape the heat and play on their {insert electronic device}.
So here is a whole fun list of fun games that will get your kids up and moving!!!!
Outdoor games to play in SUMMER
frozen t-shirt race
this was such a fun game. grab one t-shirt per player. soak with water. squeeze out and fold up.
place wax paper in between shirts and put in freezer.
when frozen– pass them out. first person who can unfold shirt and put it on wins!!!!
(took about 10 minutes to “break open” and get it on!!!
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paper plate with the abcs around the edge. (cut notches) Kids take a walk. When they see something that starts with that letter (bird..b) they get to place the b done.
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pass the water
all you need for this one is cups! you stand in a line…and the first person has the cup that is filled with water. going over their head they have to pour the water behind them for the next person to catch in their cup. repeat repeat repeat until the water is gone!
my kids started on one side of the fence…and after they would pour the water would run and get back in line. they made it all the way across the yard to the other side of the fence (and had about 1/4 cup water left!!!)
(this would make a great relay race!!!)
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lawn twisterpaint some circles on the yard and get our your twister spinner
I’ve also seen this version…with colored shaving cream!!! so fun!
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frozen men sliders
the night before…place some superheros in water and freeze….
we made a ramp and raced them down…the melting ice keeps them sliding…
You can also do a race to see who can melt their ice men the fastest. (without throwing it or breaking it)
I also love this idea from I am momma hear me roar
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make this fun ping pong stand and shoot them with water guns!
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this cheetoh toss is too much fun
fill up hats with shaving cream and throw cheetohs into it to stick. (you could also cover a ball with shaving cream)
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Water transfer:
you just need big spoons, a bucket of water and a bowl for each person.
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fill up a water balloon with water and food coloring and freeze. then use it as your bowling ball!!!
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Balloon POP
you need some balloons…and a magnifying glass.
you Pop the balloon by using the sun through the magnifying glass to burn a hole. (like you would burn wood. or ants)
if you pop an air filled balloon…it will make a pop sound.
if you pop a water balloon..it just makes a slow leak.
we raced to see who could get the water out of the balloon the fastest!
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10 fun games with glow sticks!!!
so many fun games to play with glow sticks! this would make the funnest 4th of july games while you are waiting for the fireworks to start!
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whoever rolls a 6 gets to splash the pan and soak everyone! (source)
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frisbee toss
we have a pile of rocks that we grabbed from to make a big circle…then we threw in our frisbee to practice our aim. You could also do this with water balloons, pennies, shoes, whatever you have on hand!
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race some boats from i heart naptime
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(just buckets from the dollar store or dollar section at target)
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car race
just a squirt gun (or squirt bottle) and a hot wheels.
using the force of the water race your cars to the finish line!!!!
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fun balloon boppers from crafting in the rain!
car washing sponge and paint stick! how fun!
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make a marble run race with a pool noodle!
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football target but throw water balloons instead!
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if it’s too hot outside…check out this fun list of things to do inside with household items!
capturing joy with kristen duke says
oh my goodness, some of these are hilarious!! How do people think of these things? Pinning, stumbling, and DOING at least that cheetos thing this summer.
Jenny says
Thank you for this list! These are great ideas. I’m thinking of having some of my kids’ friends over for a day of fun and games this Summer and this will help immensely! I’m pinning and stumbling this, but do you mind if I link back to this post on my Facebook and blog?
Kimbo says
of course! thanks for asking!
Hilary says
Love the frozen t-shirt idea. That would be so much fun and a lot of laughs
Peady says
I am so happy I stumbled upon (literally!) this post! 😀
This is right up our alley! My Things will LOVE all of these activities and to be perfectly honest I think I will, too!
This is spectacular!
SPECTACULAR!
Deborah @ MommyCrusader.com says
These all look like a LOT of fun. Thanks for putting this list together.
Allison Jones says
Pass the water looks like a great way to cool off too
TumbleTastics says
The ABC Scavenger hunt – OMGosh brilliant!!! Love this idea for my little kindergarten child,
Sarah says
My girls will love some of those summer ideas that you came up with?
Danielle @ Backyard Zest says
I love the Cheetos throwing game and the water gun target shooting, those are awesome ideas to try out.
Emily says
I love these ideas! I’ve never see the frozen t-shit race before! I will have to try that this summer! Haha.
Pinning for later! <3