5 Fun Summer Backyard Activities for Kids

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Every time that the summer season rolls around, we as parents find ourselves in a bit of dilemma. Although there are always things like swimming and going to the park that our children can do, we all know that kids tend want to break out of their play routine on a pretty frequent basis; this means that they’re always looking for something new and interesting to do.

So, as you’re gearing up for a few months of fun in the heat, we wanted to provide you with a list of five summer backyard activities that your kids can do; ones that will be sure to keep them happy all summer long.

Help them to make their own tent. Whether you want to “camp out” as a family or let a few of your kids’ friends over for an outdoor slumber party, rather than going to a store to purchase a tent, how about letting them make one of their own? In fact, there are websites that will show you how to make tints, teepees and even playhouses. One of our favorites is Spoonful. Just go to the site and put “DIY hideouts” in the search field.

Create a clothesline theater. There are some of us who remember growing up and putting on a puppet or even our own theater show. You can pass this tradition onto your own children by creating a clothesline theater where they can do the same thing. All you need is a couple of clotheslines, three white sheets (that can be painted or drawn on), some clothespins and a few metal binders. BunchofFamily.ca is one website that can walk you through the instructions. When you go to the site, put “cool clothesline theater” in the search field.
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The Awesome i-Mat Set My Animal World

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Learning about great ways for my child to learn and play at the same time is always very important to me. Creative Baby has created some awesome toys/learning devices for your child. I was very impressed to see the i-Mat: My Animal World.

About Creative Baby:

Creative Baby believes in stimulating children’s minds through fun and engaging activities. It’s the first step in unlocking their creative potential. Creative Baby develops products that are made to excite, entertain, challenge, and delight. The unique line of products cultivates a true love of play in children, and empowers parents to encourage and participate in their child’s creative development.

About i-Mat Set (Pad & Voice Pen) My Animal World:

This awesome soft play mat is great for all your indoor play time with your child. There is a full color illustration of animals from around the world, the i-Mat serves as a fun visual play land with dozens of cute animals that todders can’t resist nor their older siblings. Animal name clouds stimulate the visual connection of the words with corresponding images and animal names. Just point at the picture and wait and listen to the name and sound that the animal makes.

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