Kick the can
A variation of hide and seek, but with the awesome addition of kicking a can. After learning this game, expect to hear plenty of “thunks” this summer.
Kick the canWhat you need:
- At least three kids
- A can
- The outdoors
- A designated spot for the can
- A designated spot for “jail”
Flashlight tag
Like Tag, the goal of the game is to escape an oh-so-terrible tag from “it”. But Flashlight tag takes it up a notch by being played at night. For little ones who are too afraid to play in the dark, dusk time flashlight tag is also very fun! Flashlight tag
What you need:
- At least 3 people
- A flashlight
- Trees and other obstacles
Jump rope
Ah, the days spent jumping rope on the playground. No wonder we were in such good shape. Whether jumping alone or in a group, we’ve collected 5 timeless rhymes to help you bring the joy of jump rope to your kids. Jump rope
What you need:
- 1-3 kids, depending on what you’re playing
- 1-2 jump ropes, depending on what you’re playing
Four square
Kids of all ages will love playing this exciting game, including you. Once you’ve taught the rules, you’ll have a line of kids waiting to pounce. They’ll never look at a red rubber ball the same way again. Four square
What you need:
- 2-4 players
- Chalk
- A square court divided into four equal quadrants
- An 8 ½-inch playground ball or a basketball.
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