Whether it’s a blanket fort in the middle of the living room on a rainy day, or turning a cardboard box into a castle, kids love building forts. In fact, building a shelter was a huge hit with all the kids when it came to survival skills activities at our backyard day camp this summer. Making a […]
How to Increase Core Strength in Kids Using a Swing
Every time I tried to grab his feet he giggled, until he was laughing so hard he had hiccups. It was another fun time at the playground. But that trip to the park can be more than just a good time for the kids. Climbing up the ladders, doing the monkey bars, and swinging on the […]
Sea Animals Party Game
Maybe you’re planning your own community “summer camp,” or maybe you’re just looking for an outdoor party game the kids can play this summer. Whatever the occasion, this simple sea animal party game will have them cheering each other on! You will need: 1 large plastic tub, kiddie pool, or storage container Collection of small plastic […]
Science of Sledding
Snow means sledding! Not only is sledding fun, but with each giggle and grin as the kids fly down the hills, there’s also an opportunity to talk about the science of sledding. Just What Is the Science of Sledding? For starters, as the kids sit in the sled at the top of the […]
Summer Game: Water Wing Fishing Relay
Looking for a fun and silly game to play with the kids these last days of summer before school starts back up? This summer game is perfect for groups of 4 or more kids, and guarantees a lot of laughs! Directions for Water Wing Fishing Relay summer game: […]
