Water games for kids
Summer or any sunny day wouldn’t be complete without water games. Water games are great for kids of all ages to stay cool and have fun on hot days. From classic backyard games to trendy pool games, there are so many water games that kids can enjoy with their friends and family. Here are some water games suggestions that your kids can enjoy during hot summer days.
- Water Balloon Toss
This classic backyard game is a hit with kids of all ages. Divide children into pairs and give each pair a water balloon. They should toss the balloon back and forth until it bursts. The pairs then take one step apart and toss the balloon again, repeating until a single team remains.
- The Sponge Relay
Fill up a bucket with water and provide each team with two sponges, instructing players to race the sponges to the end of a line and back again to the starting line, then handing the sponges off to their teammates to do the same.
- Water Limbo
Arrange a garden hose or sprinkler system to create a stream of water, have children line up and try to duck underneath the “limbo stick,” with the stick being lowered inch by inch. The last child in the game who can duck underneath the stick wins.
- Splash and Tag
In this fast-paced game, one person is chosen to be “it” and chases the other players, trying to splash them with his or her hand, while the other children run around trying to avoid being caught. When someone is tagged, they must help the player who is “it” to catch the remaining children.
- Dolphin Race
To play this game, children swim through the water in dolphin style. The player who reaches the opposite end of the pool first wins.
- Treasure Hunt
Toss a bunch of coins or other small treasures into the pool, then have children dive to retrieve them. The child who finds the most treasure wins a prize.
- Water Volleyball
This is a classic pool game that is fun and easy for kids to play. Participants should be divided into two teams, and each team should have its side to defend. The aim of the game is to hit the ball over the net and score points with each contact. The team with the most points at the end of the game wins.
Water games are perfect for kids to spend hot summer days, and you don’t need to spend a lot of money on expensive water park tickets. These games can be played in your backyard or any open space near your home. Be sure to keep water safety in mind, and always provide supervision while children play in the water. So, it’s time to grab some towels and sunscreen and get ready for some fun in the sun.