Spring may not be here yet but it never hurts to think of all the fun stuff there is to do when it warms up! With spring comes the perfect opportunity to spend time outdoors with your young children. As the weather warms up, there are plenty of fun activities that you and your little ones can enjoy together. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
Go an a picnic!
Have a picnic in the park. Pack a basket with sandwiches, fruits, and juice, grab a blanket and head to your local park for a picnic. Have a picnic under a tree, play catch or tag, and enjoy the sunshine!
Check out some Nature!
Go on a nature walk. Take a walk through a nearby nature trail and explore the sights and sounds of spring. Look for flowers blooming, listen to the birds singing and enjoy the fresh air. There’s so much to experience when we take a moment to experience nature.
Plant a garden!
Plant a garden. Spring is the perfect time to start a garden. You can plant flowers, herbs, or vegetables with your kids. Not only is it a fun activity, but it will also teach them about responsibility and the natural world. And what kid doesn’t like getting a little dirty sometimes?
Fly kites!
Try flying kites. There’s nothing quite like flying a kite on a warm spring day. I remember having a hard time getting mine off the ground when I was a kid but I still had a blast! Head to an open field and let your kids run around while their kites soar high.
Have a water balloon fight!
Have a water balloon fight. Fill up water balloons and have a fun water balloon fight with your kids. It’s a great way to cool off on a hot spring day and it’s a fun activity for all ages.
Homemade ice-cream, anyone?
Have a homemade ice cream party: Make homemade ice cream with your kids. You can use a simple recipe or try different, interesting flavors. Once it’s ready, grab a couple of cones and enjoy your hard work!
Go see some farm animals!
Visit a farm: Spring is the perfect time to visit a local farm and see all the new baby animals. You and your kids can pet the animals, feed them, and learn about where our food comes from. You’ll get used to the smell eventually.
Have a scavenger hunt!
Have a scavenger hunt: Create a scavenger hunt for your kids to go on in your backyard or local park. You can hide items like flowers, bugs, or small toys and let them find them.
Have an outdoor movie night!
Have a picnic and movie night: Have a picnic dinner in your backyard or living room and watch a movie together. It’s a fun way to spend an evening and it’s a great way to bond with your kids.
Head to a playground!
Go to a playground: Take your kids to a playground and let them run around, climb, and play. It’s a great way to get some exercise and have some fun together.
Spring is the perfect time to get outside and enjoy the beautiful weather with your kids. These are just a few ideas to get you started, but the possibilities are endless. Once you get your creative juices going, I’m sure you’ll be able to come up with tons more fun stuff to do with your children to take advantage of spring.