Summer is coming! If you are anything like me, you are racking your brain to occupy your little ones while they are home. Playing outdoors is a great way for toddlers to burn off energy, explore the natural world, and develop important physical, cognitive, & social skills. Below I listed my top 10 Toddler Outdoor Play Ideas From Home ideas that I will be doing with my toddler this Summer.
Nature scavenger hunt:
Create a list of natural items for your toddler to find, such as leaves, rocks, flowers, and sticks. Go on a walk or hike and see how many items your toddler can find.
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Photo via Toddler at Play
Shop all things, Scavenger Hunt, below.
Water play:
Set up a kiddie pool or sprinkler in the backyard for some water fun. Provide cups, buckets, and other water toys for your toddler to play with.
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Shop water play below.
Sand play:
If you have a sandbox, let your toddler dig and play in the sand. Provide shovels, buckets, and other sand toys. Sand in a sensory bin works great! We set up our sensory bins on our outdoor picnic table, we have this one for Dottie. If you need ideas for a DIY sensory bin, try this Spring themed one!
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Ball games:
Play a simple game of catch or kick a ball back and forth with your toddler. This helps develop hand-eye coordination and gross motor skills.
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Bubble play:
Toddlers love bubbles! Blow bubbles for your toddler to chase and pop, or provide a bubble machine for endless fun.
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Shop bubbles below.
Chalk art:
Let your toddler unleash their creativity by drawing on the sidewalk or driveway with chalk.
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Bug hunt:
Go on a bug hunt and see how many different types of bugs your toddler can find. Teach them about the different insects they find.
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Remember to always supervise your toddler during outdoor play and make sure they stay safe. Comment below which your toddler enjoys the most and follow @lo_chandler on Instagram where I share more kid-friendly fun! Enjoy! If you want more inspiration for projects to do with your toddler, check out this blog post.
Xo – Lo
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