The Ideal Way To Have Fun Outdoors With Your Kid

Numerous advertisements for the latest and best toys are all around us, but do these toys really help children develop their physical and mental skills, be smarter and more creative? And with today’s innovative technology, 24/7 cartoon channels, computers and other gaming gadgets, growing number of children prefer to be ‘trapped’ in their bedrooms. The question is – is it healthy for kids to spend so little time outdoors? It has been scientifically proven that children need to move. They need a minimum of an hour of daily activities that include repetitive movements of various body muscles in order to properly develop.

Physical activity improves blood circulation, promotes muscle growth and prevents obesity. It reduces stress, promotes curiosity, problem-solving and social skills and improves mental health. Recent studies have proven that regular contact with nature increases the ability to concentrate and increases attention to details, especially for children who suffer from various behavioral disorders. Therefore, it would be a good idea to go to the park with your kids as often as you can or install a play centre equipment in your back yard to promote healthy development. These play centres are safe, reliable and very versatile so you will not have to worry about your child’s safety. However, it is best not to leave children unsupervised.

If you are on a slim budget, search online for kids play centre equipment for sale and surprise your child with outdoor fun loaded with creativity, adventure and endless fun. Depending on a price and manufacturer, these centres vary in features, size and quality. Most include a tube or regular slide, clubhouse, swings, and various other features all designed to promote imagination, physical and mental development. For those who live in apartments and lack space, there are many indoor play centres. Many online retailers offer various slides, climbers, small play centres and other indoor play equipment for sale.

If you cannot afford any type of play centre equipment, do not despair. There are other ideal ways to have fun outdoors with your kids. Read on and get inspired with these creative and great ways to have fun on a budget.

Outdoor Art Studio – You most likely have some huge appliance box collecting dust in your garage. Make use of it by creating an art studio for your kids. Cut open on the top, fill it with art supplies (markers, crayons, paint, brushes and sheets of paper) and let your kids have some serious fun. If you leave in the apartment, create a studio on your terrace. Spread blanket on the floor, tape few hammer papers on the wall and let your kids’ imagination run wild.

Toy Wash – Teach kids good habits by creating a toy wash either on your terrace or in the yard. Gather all toys, warm soapy water and have your kids wash all the toys. They’ll certainly have hours of fun.

Spray Painting – Gather few clean spray bottles, add paint and water and supply hammer paper. Let your kids be creative graffiti artists.

Water Balloon Games – Blow few balloons, fill them with water and enjoy fun balloon fight with your kids.