Fab Summer Games

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.

Nature Kids

Environmental appreciation is an important lesson to teach kids of all ages. Spend a summer day giving back to planet earth by indulging in these activities.

* Gather a group of kids and parents to clean up a beach or park

* Plant a garden in the backyard or public space

* Make an indoor terrarium

* Get proper city approval for any public events!

Backyard Science Fair

Try this simple trick out to teach your kids about different things in nature.

Mystery Mush Box

* Cut a hole in the side of a shoebox and put gooey things inside like cooked macaroni, slime, and seaweed for all to feel and guess its contents.

Shake It Sounds Box

* Add an offbeat selection of objects such as bells, uncooked rice, or pins into these wooden boxes for all to shake and guess what is making the sound inside

Make Your Own Sand Dune

* Add play sand to a large box and put a small battery-operated handheld fan nearby. Instruct participants to blow the sand with the fan to learn how desert sand dunes are made by the wind.

Magnify Your World

* Offer an assortment of magnifying glasses and see what the backyard really looks like.

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