This copying game is like a hopped up version of Simon Says, but it lets kids use their bodies to practice patterning, a key skill in early math.

Be an inspector detective for a day in this fun mystery game that puts your child's powers of observation to the test. Perfect for a party or group gathering.

This scavenger hunt game is simple, but it's fun, and it will arm your children with the directional vocabulary they should master in time for kindergarten.

Little kids love this messy but fun Easter party game: bob for chocolate Easter eggs in a giant blob of whipped cream. The first one to find all her eggs wins!

This version of the carnival game where you try to toss chips into a cup, to win a fabulous prize, gives kids a boost in early writing and reading.

Mix fun with basic math in this fun homemade game of ring toss! Make rings out of paper plates and you're ready to play anytime, anywhere!

With this "tightrope" game, your child will practice balancing skills and gain experience with the directions forward, backward, and sideways.

Creating number patterns with pencil and paper can be dull, but creating hopscotch pattern can bring exciting math learning!

Develop your kindergartener's fine motor skills while tracing shadows on a sunny day with this fun kindergarten activity.

Play hopscotch with numbers, but also with letters, to get kids ready for reading.

Tell your child you want to work on kindergarten readiness skills and she's not likely to jump up and clap. But turn it into a game and it's a different story.

Be active while learning about American history with this twist on the classic running game "Capture the Flag."

Need an outdoor activity for your next party or family gathering? Try this wacky group relay game that's fun for adults and kids alike.

Your child will need to combine his sporty hand-eye coordination skills with his math skills to become the bullseye king.

Make subtraction practice more fun with this outdoor review game that's great for beginning math learners and more advanced!

Take the classic game to a new level, by including super fun directions inside the chalk-drawn boxes.

Frisbee golf is a game that incorporates the rules of golf with the fun of frisbee. Here's how to get started with your child:

When it comes to working kids' muscles, nothing beats an obstacle course! Here are some easy ideas for creating your own course at home.

Help your teen make a custom, handmade hula hoop. It's sure to fit perfectly, and she can personalize it with colored tape to make it her own!

Looking for something to do on a slow afternoon? Try cornhole, a simple and fun tossing game. Make your own set with a few things from the recycling bin.

This is an easy counting game for preschoolers and toddlers. Great for car trips!

This Valentine's Day, promote strong hearts with an active relay that the whole family can enjoy! It's light on the wallet, but heavy on heart health.

This slightly tweaked version of "Hide and Go Seek" hones listening: a key skill for kindergarten.

The human knot game is a perfect team-building exercise and a fun activity that's sure to bring lots of laughs along the way.

Introduce your fifth grader to the Kinara, part of the Kwanzaa tradition, by playing this fast-paced, two player game!

Horse chestnuts are inedible, but British children found a fun use for them around the 1840s by turning them into a game called Conkers.

Bring the fun carnival game of ring toss to your home pool with this watery twist on the classic game.

The next time you're trapped indoors on a dreary day, try this take on dodgeball. All you need are a group of kids, an open area and a soft, spongy ball.

Healthy eating may sound dull to kids, but it doesn't have to be boring. Add a little pizzazz to snack time by holding a snack hunt!

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a few riotous rounds of Hot Potato--played with a real potato!