With all the toys and electronics to keep your kids occupied, it’s not easy to get them out of the house. But now that summer is here, it’s the perfect time for your littles to play outside and get their daily dose of Vitamin D! In this post, we’re sharing 13 crafts to get your kids excited to play outdoors. So go outside, soak up the sunshine, and have some fun with any of these awesome activities!
1) Puffy Sidewalk Paint
This puffy paint puts an exciting twist on traditional sidewalk chalk! All it takes are a few ingredients for endless amounts of fun.
2) Splatter-painted Pine Cones
Every kid loves a good nature walk, but what should they do with the things they collect? The answer’s simple: turn them into art!
3) Tin Foil River
Playing with the garden hose is a classic summer activity, but it doesn’t always last long. This tin foil river is the perfect way to mix things up and entertain your kids for hours!
4) Frozen Flowers
This sensory activity is such a fun way to cool down in the hot summer sun! Simply freeze some flowers in a block of ice and let your little one play and explore as it melts.
5) Yarn Painting
Kids love to get messy, and yarn painting is the perfect way for them to do just that! For this activity, set up an outdoor art station, protect their clothes, and let them express themselves with some paint-dipped yarn.
6) Splat Art
Mix together a little science and creativity with some splat art! This project will teach your little one about gravity and help them make a super fun art piece.
7) DIY Bubble Wands
There’s something about blowing bubbles that just feels like summer! With this charming craft, you can add a little magic to your bubble-blowing activities.
8) Squirt Gun Painting
Squirt gun painting is a great way to get your kids out of a summer slump! This thrilling activity will have them up and out of the house in no time. (Tip: If squirt guns aren’t your thing, try squirt bottles instead!)
9) Bubble Art
This laid-back art project is simple but tons of fun! Plus, the results are so pretty, you can hang them in your house when you’re done.
10) Kids Wind Chimes
There’s nothing quite like a craft project to occupy your child’s time! This cute wind chime will certainly make them feel a sense of accomplishment whenever they see it hanging in the yard.
11) Bubble Snakes
Using just a water bottle and a sock, your kids will have a blast making these cool bubble snakes!
12) Painted Rock Art
Rock painting is such a fun way for your kids to express themselves! Half the fun will be picking out their rocks, then they’ll love watching their creations come to life.
13) Ice Chalk
This ice chalk is a great way to beat the heat while giving your kids something creative to do!
