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Autumn Scavenger Hunts for Kids

September 25, 2020 By Terri Thompson

I don’t know about you, but I always want to get outside on a beautiful fall day to look at the colors and enjoy the crisp cool air.

These fun autumn scavenger hunts are the perfect family activity to get you and your kids outside.

Fun autumn scavenger hunts for kids

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Autumn Scavenger Hunts for Kids

Are you ready to have some fun?

These scavenger hunt ideas are all so much fun! You can hunt for the makings of a nature sensory bin or look at all the colors around you.

All of these ideas are perfect for exploring fall treasures and will get your family outside, exercising, and having fun.

Autumn Scavenger Hunts for Kids

Get outside and explore this fall with this fun selection of autumn scavenger hunts for kids.

Neighborhood Halloween Scavenger Hunt

Explore the Halloween decorations in your neighborhood with this fun scavenger hunt.

Thanksgiving Game: Photo Scavenger Hunt on Your Smartphone

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Use this free printable Thanksgiving scavenger hunt to take photos of things you are thankful for.

Fall Scavenger Hunt

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This fall nature scavenger hunt is fun for kids of all ages, but the pictures on the printables makes it perfect for preschoolers.

Pumpkin Patch Scavenger Hunt

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Go on a scavenger hunt at the pumpkin patch with this fun scavenger hunt idea.

We're Going on a Leaf Hunt

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Go on a leaf scavenger hunt with this fun idea based on the book We're Going on a Leaf Hunt.

Autumn Scavenger Hunt for Kids

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Hunt for items in nature with this fun scavenger hunt which included photos on the printable to help you identify everything.

Printable Fall Scavenger Hunt

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This fall scavenger hunt has 33 items which makes it perfect for a group activity.

Scarecrow Hunt with FREE Printable

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Hide the pieces of a scarecrow around the house and let your kids find them to put together with this great idea for a scavenger hunt craft.

Forest Scavenger Hunt

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Go on a scavenger hunt on a hike in the forest with this fun idea.

Nature Color Wheel Printable Scavenger Hunt

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Explore the colors of fall with this fun nature color wheel scavenger hunt.

Signs of Autumn Fall Scavenger Hunt for Kids

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Search for the signs of autumn with this fun scavenger hunt.

Fall Scavenger Hunt List

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Go on a simple fall scavenger hunt with this list that would be perfect for a trip to the park or nature center.

Search for Autumn Printable for Kids

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Search for autumn and sketch your finds in this fun printable mini booklet.

Nature Scavenger Hunt

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This simple fall nature scavenger hunt is perfect for your toddler or preschooler.

Nature Hunt Cardboard Hearts

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Make your own nature hunt on these fun cardboard hearts.

Nature Sensory Bin Scavenger Hunt for Kids

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Collect items on a nature hunt to make your own sensory bin with this fun idea.

Fall Camping Scavenger Hunt

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Go on a fall scavenger hunt at the campground with this fun idea!

Which one is your favorite? I can’t decide, they’re all so awesome!

Enjoy the outdoors this fall with one of these fun Autumn Scavenger Hunts for kids. Your family will have so much fun exploring fall treasures.

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Find More Outdoor Family Ideas in One of These Books

We’ve got a small library of books at home to help inspire us to get outside together. Here are some recommendations you may want to add to your home library.

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Fun Snow Fort Building Toys

January 7, 2020 By Terri Thompson

What do you do when there’s several inches of fresh snow on the ground?

You go out and play in it, of course!

You can sled, have a snowball fight, or even build an awesome snow fort. This fun selection of snow fort building toys will give you all you need to build amazing snow structures.

All the awesome snow fort building toys you need to make the most amazing snow structures.

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Build an Amazing Snow Fort

Have you ever built a snow fort before?

You’ll need to work on packing the snow to build the walls of your structure and you’ll want to make sure it will stay standing.

You can definitely build a snow for without the use of tools, but shovels, molds, and other tools can make the job much easier.

Check out all these items to help you build an awesome fort.

Shop this list here.

Snow Fort Building Toys

Have fun in the snow when you use these awesome snow fort building tools to make your own snowy structures.

Sand Pal Beach Sand & Snow Castle Building Kit, 9-Piece with Carrying Case

Get everything you need to make an awesome snow fort with this all-in-one kit that comes with its own carrying case.

Ideal SNO Bucket of Fun Kit Kids Outdoor Snow Activity

This fun kit has shovels, molds, and color packs to help you build colorful snow forts and igloos.

Unplugged Explorers 6 pc. Ultimate Snow Toys Kit

This fun kit has everything you need to build an awesome snow fort and make the snowballs you need to throw! (Plus, it's even got a sled!)

Color My Worlds Sand and Snow Coloring Kit Snow Toyย 

Make very colorful snow forts with this fun building kit that includes color tablets, a brick maker, and a bag to keep it all in.

Superio Snow Block Mold Brick Form & Sand Mold Block Red 10 Inch

You need bricks to build a snow fort and these simple molds are perfect for the job.

ESP Kid's Snow and Sand Castle Play Kit

Trim your fort out with some parapets when you use these fun snow molds.

Superio Snow Tower Mold Cone Shape & Sand Mold Castle Tower Red 10 Inch

You can also add some awesome molded cones to your fort (or snow castle).

Flexible Flyer Snow Fort Building Kit Brick Form & Sand Castle Mold Block, Winter Toy

This mold kit has all you need for short and long snow bricks, as well as decorative bricks.

Create A Castle - Sand or Snow Castle Split Mold Set - 6 Piece Pro Building Set

Create a snow castle instead of a fort with this kit with molds and more.

Matty's Toy Stop 28" Heavy Duty Wooden Snow Shovels with Plastic Scoop & Handle for Kidsย 

Shovel up all the snow you need for your forts with this 2-pack of shovels.

Matty's Toy Stop 9" Kids Short Handle Sand Scoop Plastic Shovels (Yellow, Blue & Green) Gift Set Bundle - 3 Pack

Use these simple scoops to mold, scoop, and build.

Annymall Garden Tools 4-Piece Shovel Set, Metal with Sturdy Wooden Handle

Hand shovels are a great help when it comes to building a snow fort and this set would be so useful.

Superio Snow Toy Set Trowels Bundle 2 Pack

Stack all your snow bricks with the help of these snow trowel set.

Snow Fort Building Toys Make Great Gifts

These snow fort building tools make great gifts. They’re perfect for kids from preschool through tween who love to be outside. They even make a perfect family gift for families who love adventure!

Wrap them up for a winter birthday or put them under the tree for Christmas. Now matter what, they’re the perfect gift to encourage active outdoor play.

You can buy one of the all-in-one kits or make your own kit with shovels, molds, and trowels. There’s plenty of ideas to fit most any budget.

Which of these fun snow toys are you going to get for the kids in your life.

These fun snow fort building toys will help you get outside and have some fun this winter building lots of amazing snow structures.

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Snow Day Scavenger Hunt at Fun-Loving Families

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Leaf Hunt Alphabet Game for Toddlers

September 9, 2019 By Trisha

Fall is a great time to do learning activities with leaves.

Our Leaf Hunt Alphabet Game for Toddlers is a fantastic way to work on learning letters. You can practice name recognition and letter sounds, too.

Learn the alphabet with this fun outdoor leaf hunt alphabet game for toddlers and preschoolers. You'll have fun moving and learning!

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Leaf Hunt Alphabet Game for Toddlers

Supplies Needed for the Leaf Themed Alphabet Learning

Leaves โ€“ collect real leaves, use silk leaves, or cut paper leaves

Chalk markers or permanent marker

Bucket or container

Drawing board (We used an Etch a Sketch Freestyle. A dry erase or chalk board would work well, too.)

How to Set Up the Leaf Hunt Alphabet Game

Head outside and collect some fallen leaves. We were able to collect magnolia tree leaves and tulip tree leaves after a storm had blown them out of the trees. Real leaves do become brittle and can crumble after a while. Larger leaves tend to do better. You can also preserve the leaves. Instead of real leaves, you can use silk leaves from the floral or craft department or you cut leaves from paper. If you want to save the paper leaves, you might want to laminate them or cover them with contact paper.

Write letters on the leaves. I used a chalk marker to write on real leaves. Weโ€™ve found that a chalk marker is fun for drawing on leaves as well. The chalk marker is erasable. If you change your mind, just wipe it off. Permanent markers would be fine substitute.

I drew uppercase and lowercase letters on our leaves. You could just start with uppercase letters or even just choose a selection of letters if your child is just starting to learn the alphabet. Sometimes too many letters can be overwhelming.

Spread the leaves out in the grass or on your floor.

Learn the alphabet with this fun outdoor leaf hunt alphabet game for toddlers and preschoolers. You'll have fun moving and learning!

How to Play

There are a few different ways we played this leaf game. The goal is to get kids moving and learning letters.

Game 1: Read the Letter

For this game, simply have your child pick up a leaf and bring it to you. Ask her what letter is on the leaf.

Outdoor fun with this leaf hunt alphabet game

You can also work on letter sounds. โ€œThatโ€™s the letter B. B says /b/.โ€

Continue picking up leaves and saying the names (and sounds) of the letters.

You can add a bucket to your learning game if you wish. Have your child carry the bucket and place a leaf inside. Then, bring it to you and tell you what letter is on it.

Game 2: Find the Letter

For this game, youโ€™ll need a drawing board. We use an Etch a Sketch Freestyle. A dry erase board or a chalk board would work equally as well. You could also use alphabet cards or letters written on paper squares. We were doing the activity outside, so I wanted something that wouldnโ€™t blow away.

Ask your child to say a letter. Write the letter on the drawing board. (Alternatively, you can just choose the letter.)

Have your child find that letter in the leaves. Bring the letter back.

Practice saying the name of the letter and the letterโ€™s sound.

You can also work on uppercase and lowercase letters. Write both cases of the letter on the board and ask your child to find them in the leaves.

Leaf Hunt Alphabet Game for Toddlers and Preschoolers

Game 3: Spell Your Name

Your childโ€™s name is one of the first words he or she will be able to read. They get so excited when they recognize the word as theirs.

For this game, write your childโ€™s name down on the drawing board. (You can even ask your child to spell it for you.)

Have your child hunt for the letters in his name.

My son found the letters in his name, but he didnโ€™t find them in order. When he had all of the letters, I had him put the letters in the correct order under the drawing board.

More Leaf Themed Activities for Toddlers

Leaf Name Sticky Wall – work on name recognition with a contact paper sticky wall

Go Leaf Collectingโ€“ make a bag to collect your nature finds

Leaf Shape Collage โ€“ work on fine motor skills and learn shapes

Leaf Measurement and Sorting Activity

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Water Balloon Activities for Kids

August 20, 2019 By Terri Thompson

Splash!

Let’s have some fun with these awesome water balloon activities for kids!

You’ll learn a little with some fun math and science ideas. But, most of all, you’ll get a little wet and have a lot of fun.

Go outside and have some fun fun with these awesome water balloon activities for kids!

So, grab the kids, find an idea, and go outside and play!

Are you ready?

Water Balloon Activities for Kids

Cool off and have some fun this summer with these awesome water balloon activities. You can learn, have fun, and definitely get wet!

Water Balloon Parachute

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Make a water balloon parachute with this easy STEM activity for summer.

Build a Water Balloon Launcher that the Whole Family will LOVE!

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Get out the tools to build a fun water balloon launcher with this fun family project. Once it's made, the kids can play with all summer long!

Water Balloon Game { Learning After School} - No Time For Flash Cards

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Use your water balloon for learning with this simple math game.

Water Balloon Science Experiment

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Use water balloons to do some fun density science experiments.

Water Balloon Towel Toss Game

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This water balloon towel toss game would be a great family fun activity! Get ready to get a little wet!

Forces and Motion - Water Balloon Splatter Patterns

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Experiment with speed and motion when you explore the splatter patterns left by water balloons with this fun science activity.

Mixing Colors with Water Balloons

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Experiment with color mixing with this fun outdoor activity.

How to make a water balloon sink

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Can you make a water balloon sink? Science Sparks shows you how.

Mouse Paint: Water Balloon Painting

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Paint with your water balloons with this fun art idea.

Water Balloon Pinatas

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Burst a water balloon pinata with this fun family activity!

We're Going on a Water Balloon Hunt

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Go on a water balloon hunt with this fun - and wet - scavenger hunt idea.

Water Balloon Sensory Bin - Simple Fun for Kids

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Have a little fun with a water balloon sensory bin.

Which one of these fun water balloon activities are you going to try with your kids?

I want to try them all!

Go outside and have some fun fun with these awesome water balloon activities for kids! Find science ideas, learning ideas, and tons of fun.

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Shape Hopscotch Outdoor Game

Outdoor Math Games

Driveway ABC Game

Must-have water balloon resources

You’ll need a few supplies before you try any of these water balloon activities. Here are a few resources to help you:

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Fun Snow Play Toys for Kids

January 3, 2019 By Terri Thompson

It’s so much fun to play in the snow! Isn’t it?

You don’t always need a lot of fun snow play toys to have fun outside in the winter. Because, after all the snow itself is so much fun! 

But, in case you are look for some fun toys to take outside, here are some great ones that you will love.

Let’s go outside and play in the snow!

Have fun outside in the snow with all of these fun snow play toys for kids. Build snow forts, have a snowball fight, sled, and have fun!

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Fun Snow Play Toys

If you’ve got a fun sledding hill nearby, you’ll need a fun sled. This saucer sled is great fun for both big and little kids.

Or, if you’ve got a need for speed, a toboggan sled is great. My girls’ love their toboggan sleds!

A snow scooter like this one is great fun and can be a bit like snow boarding.

Or try out these awesome Sled Legs and you can run and slide and have a lot of fun!

Build a fort and use this simple Snow Blocker Maker to help you along.

Or make a supply of different bricks with this fun Snow Castle Building Kit. What an amazing fort you will have!

A kid-sized snow shovel like these can help you build your fort and is also great fun to play around with any time.

Or, just get a simple snow scoop to help build your fort or just have some fun. This would be a great choice for toddlers!

A snowball fight is tons of fun. Use these simple snowball making molds to make a pile of snowballs ready to throw.

Or, if you want more, check out this fun variety pack of snowball makers, shovels, and more! It’s so much fun!

Sand mold tools can also work in the snow. With this huge variety pack of molds you can build castles, make animals, or more.

Or, use this fun letter molding set to create fun messages in the snow, write your name, or even practice your sight words.

What are your favorite snow play toys? Did you find any more here you want to try?

Have fun outside in the snow with all of these fun snow play toys for kids. Build snow forts, have a snowball fight, sled, and have fun!

You may also like one of these fun winter activities:

Snow Painting Art Activity

Fun Ways to Explore Nature in Winter

Hockey Science Experiment

10 Fun Things to Do Outside in the Snow at Hands On As We Grow

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