10 Activities to do Outside this Summer

Gen Cohen
2016-07-28T14:24:00-07:00

By Gen Cohen

We've already shared some of the best sunscreens to wear when taking your tot outside, and you already know to cover their eyes with our awesome shades, but what can you do outside other than hanging out by the pool (if you are lucky enough to have access to one)?

Here are 10 outside activities for kids that are a great way to spend the afternoon that the whole family can enjoy:

1. DIY garden rock caterpillar

Pick up some outdoor paint at your local craft store and find some rocks outside to make this adorable little caterpillar! If you're feeling extra crafty, cover the rocks with modge podge to keep the paint from peeling.

2. DIY Sand Slime

Get a little messy with this sand slime activity. Instructions here!

3. Noodle Racetrack

Get a little competitive with this noodle racetrack DIY. Supplies should cost less than $5, if that! Detailed instructions can be found here.

4. DIY Backyard Bowling

Go bowling...for free! Just grab those soda bottles out of your recycling bin and use an old tennis ball (or any ball really) and you're already 1/2 way there! Bonus points for painted bottles. Get complete instructions here!

5. DIY Spray Chalk

Release your child's inner Van Gogh with this crafty activity. The best part? I'll bet you a nickel you've already got all the necessary supplies at home. Chalk recipe here!

6. DIY Mini Paper Kites

Do you live in a windy city like San Diego? Make these kites and head to the beach where you can show off your one of a kind goodies! Full directions here.

7. Make Your Very Own Bubble Snake

How cool is this? Make some with your kids this weekend with instructions here!

8. DIY Mason Jar Fairy Light

"All you need is faith, trust, and a little pixie dust!" Or mason jars and some glow sticks...whichever you can grab! For complete instructions, go here!

9. Giant Lawn Dominoes

What's better than regular sized dominoes? Giant dominoes of course! If you're like most of us and don't have a saw handy, just use cardboard. Instructions here!

10. Dig For Treasure

And last, but certainly not least, get inspired by this pirate themed party activity here!

Thanks again for tuning in and checking out these fun outdoor activities for kids, and enjoy outdoor playtime this summer! Oh, and don't forget to protect your eyes by wearing your ro•sham•bo sunglasses.