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Outdoor games for kids can be a great way to get them active and spending some time outside. There are plenty of different games to choose from, so find one that your child is interested in playing. Some games that are great for outdoor play include Kick the Can, Capture the Flag, Parachute, and Traffic Cop.
Outdoor Games for Kids
Hide and Seek
Hide and Seek is a classic game that can be enjoyed by kids of all ages. It is a simple game to play and can be enjoyed outdoors or indoors. The object of the game is for one player to hide while the other players try to find them. The player who is hiding can call out “seek” at any time to let the other players know that they are hiding. The first player to find the hider wins the round.
Hide and Seek is a great game for developing teamwork and problem-solving skills. It can also help enhance reflexes and hand-eye coordination. Additionally, it is a fun way to get some exercise, especially if you play outdoors.
Kick the Can
When the weather is nice, there’s nothing better than playing a fun, outdoor game with your friends. Kick the Can is one such game that is perfect for kids of all ages. Here’s how to play:
First, you need to gather some supplies. You’ll need a can (or any other object that can be kicked), a few people to play with, and some space to run around in.
Next, designate one person as the “can kicker.” The other players stand in a circle around the can.
The can kicker starts by kicking the can as far away from them as possible. Then, the other players try to catch it. If someone catches the can, they become the new kicker and kick it away again. If someone doesn’t catch it, they’re out of the game.
The last player standing wins!
Capture the Flag
Capture the Flag is a game that can be played outdoors with two teams. Each team has a flag that they must protect. The thing of the game is to capture the other team’s flag and bring it back to your own base. You can only capture the flag if you are not touching your own base. If you are touched by an opponent, you are out of the game. The game is over when one team captures the other team’s flag.
Parachute
Parachute is an outdoor game that can be enjoyed by both kids and adults. The game can be played with two or more players; all you need is a parachute. To play, each player stands at one corner of the parachute and pulls it towards them. Then, they release it and run to the other side.
The player who is left holding the parachute at the end loses. Parachute can also be played as a team game. One player stands in the middle of the parachute and the other players hold onto the edges. The player in the middle then jumps up and down, causing the parachute to move around. This game is a lot of fun and provides plenty of exercise for kids.
Traffic Cop
Traffic Cop is a new, outdoor game for kids that is growing in popularity. It is a simple game to play and can be enjoyed by children of all ages. The game can be played with just a few friends or in larger groups.
To play Traffic Cop, each player needs a stop sign. One player is chosen to be the traffic cop and stands at one end of the playing area. The further players line up at the other end of the playing area. The traffic cop calls out “stop” and players must stop in their tracks and hold up their stop sign. The traffic cop then signals players to walk by calling out “walk.” Players can walk anywhere they want as long as they do not cross the imaginary line that runs through the middle of the playing area. If a player crosses the line, they are out of the game.
Four Square
Four Square is an outdoor game that can be enjoyed by kids of all ages. It is a simple game to play and does not require any special equipment. The basic rules are as follows:
Players are divided into two teams, with each team occupying one-half of the square. Players take turns bouncing a ball against the ground in their half of the square, trying to keep it from hitting the ground in their opponent’s half. If a player fails to bounce the ball back into their own half, or if it hits the ground in their opponent’s half, they are out. The last player standing on their team wins the round.
The game can be played with any type of ball, but a rubber ball is ideal because it bounces higher than other types of balls. Four Square is a great way to get some exercise, and it can be played indoors or outdoors.