subject: Family Fun Backyard Games For Everyone [print this page] Summer is fast approaching and your backyard is calling out your family's name to venture outside. It's time to grab everyone up and head out to the fresh air where the sun is shining and there's no television. The whole family can enjoy a lot of truly fun backyard games together. Research shows that kids are more likely to be active when the parents are active. In order to ensure your kids are outside getting the exercise they need, getting outside with them and having a great time is key.
When the weather gets especially hot, there is always the swimming pool. Regardless of whether you've got an in-ground pool or an above-ground pool, there are tons of fun games that are a blast to play in the pool. This includes such things as:
- Diving sticks
- Marco polo
Water balloons are also a guaranteed way for everyone to have a lot of fun outside. Whether it's an out and out battle of tag or a friendly balloon toss, everything can be more fun with water balloons. Take dozens of balloons and fill them up and see who can get the wettest.
Slip and slides are some of the most fun backyard games you could possibly ask for. These really don't need a lot of room in the yard and all it takes is a simple garden hose to provide all the water needed. With a strong running start, flop down on your belly and see who can get down the path the furthest. Everyone will have a great time slipping and sliding on it, trying to get all the way to the end.
Often, having a great time doesn't involve water nor are there a lot of props necessary. Sometimes it is just about being together and being a little athletic. If you have a hop ball for everybody and a large back yard, there are a lot of games that you can make up too. With a little imagination, a variety of games can be implemented including:
- Hop races
- Human checkers
If you're looking for some truly fun backyard games, all it takes is some imagination and a few props and the whole family can participate. Whether everyone's jumping into the pool or hopping around on a ball, the important thing is that everyone is outside together, enjoying each other's company. With some liquid chalk or streamers, you can create boundaries, tic tac toe boards and lots of other things to create some competitions and other fun games. Add a little water and you can have fun and stay cool at the same time, too.
