Preschool Outdoor Activities
Preschool activities to keep your little guy busy. Preschool is all about developing skills for kindergarten. We have many preschool activities sorted by subject. From getting your child comfortable with the alphabet, to number recognition, we've got fresh preschool activities to keep your kid learning on the fly, all year long.
Hands-on Measurement!
Forget the measuring stick! This fun math activity uses a body part, your child's hand, as a ruler.
Create a "Words I Know" Book
You know that speed limit sign your son gleefully points out each time your drive him to preschool, or that fast food sign your daughter can recognize at the drop of a hat? Use those words to your advantage, and create a book your kid can read all by herself.
Use Your Backyard as a Math and Science Lab!
The garden is a place for growing flowers, chasing butterflies - even impromptu tag. But you can slip in some math and science learning without drawing too much attention to yourself.
Play Shape and Seek
When your child is itching for a game, consider ditching Hide and Seek in favor of Shape and Seek. Here's how it works:
Experiment with Splashy Science
Summer's in full swing and the temperature is creeping ever higher. Fill up the kiddie pool, gather a stash of preschool science equipment, and get ready to introduce your child to the power of hypothesis.
Plan a Treasure Hunt
Send your little one on an adventure to find a hidden treasure. In between all the bounty-chasing and treasure digging, your kid will get a taste of how to use a map, and begin to absorb the fact that the pictures on it mean something in the physical world.
What's in the Bag? A Classification Game
The cat's out of the bag! Or is it the book? Or the shoe?... You'll have to play this guessing game to find out! Not only is this game a hoot, but it helps teach kids to categorize a set of objects-- a key skill for preschool.
Over and Out!: 2 Great Obstacle Courses
When it comes to burning off energy and working kid muscles, nothing beats an obstacle course! Don't let a rainy day stop you. Here are some super easy ideas for creating your own course at home--whether indoors or out.
Hopped Up Hide and Seek
This game may seem like nothing more than a slightly tweaked version of "Hide and Go Seek", but don't be fooled. Sure it's fun, but it also reinforces verbal listening skills. Plus, it gives kids practice with positional words and number concepts.
Make Mud Brick Buildings
Young kids love the tactility of mud, and chances are your preschooler has already gotten into his fair share of mud adventures. Why not join in the fun (and make it educational while you're at it)?
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