44 Outdoor Games For Kids

44 Yard Games Kids Will Want to Play Every Day

June 12, 2023 by Melanie Whyte

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Yard Games For Older Kids

Super Soaker Fight. Summer is the perfect time for a water fight, whether you have a store-bought toy or are playing with water balloons.
Lawn Bowling. Who needs bowling shoes when you can feel fresh grass under your toes? This Lawn Bowling Set ($25) has almost 3,000 Amazon reviewers who love the wooden pins and balls for their durability.
Croquet. It's old school but surprisingly fun for older kids with stronger hand-eye coordination. If your kids are obsessed with "Alice in Wonderland," then they'll be thrilled with this Wooden Outdoor Deluxe Sports Set ($40) with its vintage finish.
Train Like Ninjas. Take physical fitness to the next level with ninja workouts. This Ninja Obstacle Course ($150, originally $170) is top rated on Amazon and comes with a climbing net, climbing ladder, 360 spinning wheel, and monkey-bar rings.
Limbo. You don't need to be on a tropical cruise to enjoy limbo! The Giggle N Go Limbo Game ($32, originally $60) is perfect for kids ages 6 and up.
Double Dutch. All you need are two long jump ropes and some fun rhymes to play this game. But if your kid would rather jump rope solo, this Adjustable Soft Skipping Rope ($13) works well as a starter.
Slip 'N Slide. Make your own Slip 'N Slide using a tarp and a water hose, and watch your kids enjoy for hours.
Archery. Arrows with suction cups instead of points make for a totally addictive yard game. TEMI's Kids Archery Set ($21) fits the bill, and it lights up.
Ankle Skip Ball. Ankle skip ball is a crossover of jump rope and hula hooping. Simply place one foot within the hoop, and swing your leg so the other has to hop over the ball. Chridark's Ankle Skip Ball ($20) also produces a multicolor show that entertains for hours.