Try these group activities to keep your group active, engaged, and learn teamwork! Equipment: Any Ball Straws Parachute (or tarp/sheet) Spot Cones Playing Cards String \ Yarn The Last Straw Give everyone a straw to put in their mouth. In … Read More
Category Archives: Summer Camp
Smile and Emoji Games, Crafts & Accessories for Kids
Who doesn’t love emojis? We love to use them in texts or messages, but they can also be used in the classroom, for games, crafts, brain breaks, and as fun accessories and prizes. Kids can also use emojis to learn … Read More
How to Make a DIY Glowing Rice Sensory Bin
Objective: Creating unique sensory play in unusual ways. This is a fun and colorful activity for kids, and also a great activity for children to help create. The scooping and pouring is fun and encourages development of fine motor skills. Materials: … Read More
Castle Ball Activity for Elementary PE – Game Time Camp
Game Time Camp is a P.E. games camp for students entering 1st grade through 6th grade. We run each session of camp for a week long, 2 ½ hours a day. In our two weeks this year, we did have … Read More
DIY Ice Cube Tie Dye Activity
There’s many different ways to tie dye, but this is a very interesting a creative way to try and get some different results! How2PlayToday has given us a step-by-step guide as well as a material list in order for you … Read More
Animal Themed Games for the Classroom
Try these animal themed games in your classroom or program! These are great for brain breaks and to get students up and moving. You can also plan some crafts and other themed ideas to go along with the games. Cat … Read More
6 Ice Breakers and Team Building Games for Camp and Recreation
Equipment: Balls (Dodgeball, Tennis Ball, Basketball) Balloons Masking Tape Rope (or tinikling cords) Chairs Building Blocks Ball Toss Race Have the group get into a circle and have one or more balls ready. The leader will begin by throwing, rolling, or … Read More
DIY Neon Tie Dye Tutorial
Tie-dye shirts are a timeless activity, and this version of it contains a special twist! How2PlayToday has shared a step-by-step guide on how to make a neon tie dye shirt which can look amazing in the sunlight, or even in … Read More
5 Great Outdoor Games For Groups Of Kids
In an age of technology, creative outdoor activities are getting played less and becoming harder to come by. Here are some lesser-known games that are great for a group of friends, a P.E. class, or even a summer camp, any … Read More
8 Ways to Beat the Heat This Summer
The hot of summer are here, and everyone needs to find their own way to get out of the house but also to stay cool! Whether it’s fun swimming activities in the pool, staying cool in the shade, or just … Read More