August has arrived, which means many children across the state are scrambling to cram as much summer fun in as possible before the new school year begins. During the hottest month of the year, this usually involves water of some kind. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of water-related activities that you can do with your kids right in your own backyard:
Simple Backyard Splash Pad
Many homeowners are wary of at-home water activities because they wreak havoc on your lawn. You can have just as much fun at home without installing a pool or killing your grass; all you need is a tarp. It’ll act as a splash pad, slip-n-slide, and all-around water activity area—just add water. The best part is, when you are done, just roll up the tarp and put it away!
Sponge Ball Fight
Do your kids love water balloons, but don’t like to clean up the empty, broken balloon pieces after the fight is over? Check out these DIY splash balls for a fun, clean alternative to a summertime classic. Using sponges and buckets of water, this version of the game will be quicker, easier, and a lot more fun!
Duck, Duck, Wet Duck
This game is pretty self-explanatory; it’s just duck, duck, gray duck with water! Replace the word “Gray” (or goose, if that’s how you play) with “wet” and squeeze a sponge over the player’s head! If you’re looking for a cool, quick accessory to the game, you can use the sponge splash balls mentioned above.
Water Limbo
This one is also simple and requires just a hose with a nozzle. Instead of playing traditional limbo, use a hose with a nozzle attachment in place of a stick and take turns trying to go as low as you can.
Summer is the time to visit the lake, pool, or nearest body of water to keep cool. If your kids can’t always make it to the lake, there are tons of great water activities that you can do right at home.
What are your favorite backyard water games? Comment below, we’d love to hear them!
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