10 lawn games to play with the grandchildren this summer
When summer arrives, there’s nothing quite like spending quality time with your grandchildren outdoors.
So, if you’re looking for exciting lawn games to enjoy with your grandchildren this summer, we’ve got you covered. Let’s explore ten delightful games that will have everyone laughing, competing, and cherishing the time spent together under the warm sun.
Croquet
Croquet is a classic lawn game that combines strategy and precision. The objective is to navigate wooden balls through a course of hoops using mallets. It’s a game that offers a perfect balance of skill and enjoyment. To play croquet, you’ll need a croquet set, which typically includes mallets, balls, hoops, and stakes. Set up the course in your garden, establish the rules, and let the fun begin. As the game progresses, grandchildren can learn strategic thinking, develop hand-eye coordination, and exercise their patience.
Bocce Ball
Bocce ball, originating from ancient Rome, is a game that is easy to learn and suitable for players of all ages. The objective is to throw larger balls as close as possible to a smaller target ball, called the pallino. To play bocce ball, you’ll need a bocce ball set comprising several larger balls and the pallino. Divide into teams, take turns rolling the balls, and aim for precision. Bocce ball encourages friendly competition, enhances hand-eye coordination, and provides an opportunity for some light exercise.
Cornhole
Cornhole has gained tremendous popularity in recent years, and it’s an excellent game to enjoy with your grandchildren. To play cornhole, you need two inclined boards with circular holes and bean bags. The objective is to toss the bean bags into the holes while standing at a distance. Points are awarded based on accuracy. Cornhole encourages friendly competition, helps develop throwing skills, and provides an entertaining and interactive experience for the whole family.
Lawn Twister
Take the classic Twister game outdoors by transforming it into Lawn Twister. Create a large Twister board on your lawn using coloured spray paint. The board consists of different coloured circles arranged in a grid pattern. Take turns spinning the wheel and placing your hands and feet on the corresponding coloured circles. The last player standing wins. Lawn Twister promotes flexibility, balance, and laughter. It’s an exciting and unique twist on a beloved game that grandchildren will adore.
Giant Jenga
Jenga, a game of steady hands and strategy, is even more thrilling when played in giant form. Start by assembling a tower using large wooden blocks. Each player takes turns removing a block from the tower and carefully placing it on top, without causing the tower to collapse. Giant Jenga encourages critical thinking, fine motor skills, and concentration. The suspense builds with each move, creating a sense of anticipation and excitement for players of all ages.
Quoits
Quoits is a classic game of aim and accuracy that can be enjoyed by everyone. Set up a wooden or plastic peg and a series of rings. The objective is to throw the rings and loop them around the peg. Players can score points based on the rings they successfully land. Quoits enhances hand-eye coordination, patience, and focus. It’s a game that can be played competitively or casually, making it suitable for players of all skill levels.
Badminton
If you’re looking for a game that combines physical activity and friendly competition, Badminton is an excellent choice. Set up a net in your garden and grab a couple of rackets and a shuttlecock. Badminton improves hand-eye coordination, agility, and cardiovascular endurance. It’s a game that encourages movement, laughter, and healthy competition among grandchildren and grandparents alike.
Stomp rocket
Stomp Rocket is a thrilling game that combines science and fun. The game involves launching foam rockets into the air using the power of stomping on an air-filled launch pad. Set up the launch pad, attach the foam rockets, and let the grandchildren take turns stomping on the launch pad to send the rockets soaring into the sky. This game promotes gross motor skills, coordination, and teamwork as players take turns launching and retrieving the rockets.
Horseshoes
Horseshoes is a traditional game that provides a wonderful opportunity for grandchildren and grandparents to bond. Set up a horseshoe pit by placing two stakes in the ground, a distance apart. Players take turns tossing horseshoes towards the stakes, aiming for a ringer (landing the horseshoe around the stake) or landing closest to the stake to score points. Horseshoes promote hand-eye coordination, aim, and patience. It’s a game that encourages conversation, friendly banter, and quality time spent outdoors.
Frisbee Golf
Combine frisbee and golf, and you have Frisbee Golf, an enjoyable outdoor game for the whole family. Designate a course with targets, such as trees or marked locations, and use frisbees instead of golf balls. Players aim to throw their frisbees into the targets using as few throws as possible. Frisbee Golf engages the whole body, enhances throwing skills, and promotes physical activity. It’s a game that encourages exploration, friendly competition, and appreciation of nature.
From the strategy of croquet to the precision of bocce ball, each game offers unique experiences that foster laughter, bonding, and memorable moments. Embrace the joy of outdoor gaming, create memories that will last a lifetime, and cherish the time spent with your grandchildren under the warm sun.
Lisa Lawrenson
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