We’ve been rushing the season at our house: the sidewalk chalk has already been in use. Giggling grandkids created a welcoming mural on the front sidewalk the first warm afternoon of the wishing-it-were-spring season. While a wet snow erased most of their hard work, a rainbow survived to remind us that spring really will come soon, and with it, the chance to get outside and play.
As spring warms up and family members head outdoors to play, it’s good to have some “tools” for the work of childhood: play.
Here are ten things you might want to have on hand to facilitate outdoor fun:
** sidewalk chalk.
** bubbles
** jump ropes
** jacks
** a bucket for water play, with sponges, old measuring cups, butter
tubs, or other dipping containers
** balls of all kinds and sizes
** a wagon, trikes and bikes, scooters
** outdoor games like badminton, croquet, or whiffleball
** a sandbox with sandbox toys
** a blanket or two for tent-making or star-gazing
Throw in a sense of humor and a big dash of curiosity, and everyone involved will enjoy the new season.
What's your favorite thing for spring?
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