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6 Ways To Get The Kids Outdoors This Summer
by Nicole Dean
Summer is time for outdoor fun with your children. However, sometimes the days are long and your ideas are short. Here are
some ideas to help you make sure your active ones are busy and getting lots of fresh air this summer.
Flat You
Lay on the sidewalk and take turns outlining each other with chalk. Decorate your flat selves by drawing clothing and funny faces.
To make this project educational, you can read the book “Flat Stanley” as well.
Garden
Your child will learn science, responsibility and have fun by planting a garden and maintaining it. In fact, if you have the
time or inclination, you can make the entire landscape edible. How fun would it be to wander around the yard snacking?
Blueberry bushes, strawberries, herbs, and fruit trees are all easy to maintain. Some vegetables, like tomatoes require
nothing but a lot of water and sunshine to grow like weeds. Start small and see what happens.
Hoola Hoops
Has your child ever tried to hoola-hoop? Show him how. Then, take hoola hoops and make a pretend circus in the yard or try
to get your dog to jump through one. You are only limited by your imagination.
Hopscotch
Teach your kids how to play hopscotch. Let them draw their own hopscotch patterns. If they are like I was as a kid, they’ll
make hundreds of squares and hop around all day.
Bubbles
Bubbles are always a favorite. Take turns chasing and popping them. Blow bubbles with various bubble wands to see how their
shapes and sizes differ.
Turn on the Sprinklers
There’s no need to buy a pool when the old-fashioned sprinklers are just as much fun. There is definitely something special
about running around in the front yard through the sprinklers, especially when the neighbor kids see you having fun and join
in.
Be sure to print out this list and keep it handy for the next time your children say “MOMMMMMM — we’re bored!”
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