If you are looking for some easy party fun that is budget-friendly and creative this spring or summer, look no further than a box of sidewalk chalk. When each guest arrives, provide him or her with several chalk sticks tied together with a ribbon. The party activities can take place around the chalk. For games and activities using this magic stuff, check out these ideas:

1. DIY Network has a great article on how to make sidewalk chalk for the especially creative!
2. Draw a Hop Scotch pattern and play.
3. Draw a Tic Tac Toe board and play.
4. Make a sidewalk mural together.
5. If an outside wall is available, cover it with large sheets of butcher paper, and have the kids enjoy making graffiti art with their chalk.
6. Have the kids think up a small rhyme or poem together, and then write it out and illustrate it using the chalk.
7. Play Hangman.
8. Make a pattern with dots, and have the kids connect the dots to make a picture.
9. Check out this FamilyFun.com Racing Rectangles game using sidewalk chalk.
10. Have the kids write their names with the chalk and decorate them as well.

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Summer is a time of relaxation for all. The warm weather and lazy atmosphere that Mother Nature provides us with gives the perfect excuse to have some fun.

It’s hot out and the kids are cheerful, so it’s a great time for some outdoor activities with the family. Fill your summer time with these games and activities from Jeanne Benedict of Celebrations.com.

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With summer almost upon us (at least in the northern hemisphere), plans for birthday parties will take to the outdoors. Check out Master Traditional Games for a fun twist on classic games, like Connect Four, Get Knotted, and Snakes and Ladders. How cool would it be to set up one of these huge game boards for a great birthday party activity? The kids will be thrilled. What’s even better is that you can continue to play with your family and friends all summer long. It is definitely worth checking out!

My Favorite? The Giant Noughts & Crosses … i.e. Tic Tac Toe!

Is your next party at a local playground? For kids, this is a great place to hold a party. Usually, it will cost you nothing, and there is a ton of fun to be had! The swings, jungle gym, and play “vehicles,” such as fire trucks, can make it a great place to spend a birthday afternoon.

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If you are having a party for the 2 to 4 year old crowd and simply are looking for a few games and activities that will be a big hit, try some musical games. Kids this age just love music, and so even if you don’t have a particular theme for the party, these games are sure to please:

Musical Chairs!

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