Best nature activities for kids: easy outdoor fun

25.09.2023 - 12:45 / growingfamily.co.uk / Catherine

Are you keen to get the kids outside and off the screens on a more regular basis?  Nature activities for kids are a fantastic – and very low-cost – way to do just that.

Family life is hectic, and we’re often juggling work, school, and other commitments. Carving out time to get everyone outside in the fresh air can feel a little daunting, especially when kids aren’t excited by the idea.  And that’s where some brilliant nature activities come in very handy.

You’re probably familiar with some of the benefits of outdoor play, but a few might just surprise you!

And of course, all of these benefits apply to the grown-ups too!

So we know that nature games and activities are great for children – but how do we convince them to give it a try?

With some exciting, engaging nature activities for kids!

Our new book *A Year of Nature Walks and Games (co-written with Becky Goddard-Hill) is packed with tried and tested nature games and nature walk activities, so you don’t have to spend time searching for a great idea.

This bright, engaging book follows the seasons, with a whole year’s worth of nature activities for kids to try.  Each fun activity is perfect for family walks, trips to the local park, or days out in nature.

From spring park games to summer nature walks, autumn scavenger hunts and winter nature challenges, there are 52 fab nature activities to banish boredom and get kids active. You can easily adapt each nature activity to younger kids or older kids to keep everyone happy.

As well as lots of brilliant outdoor games and walking games, you’ll also find a nature scavenger hunt, a nature journal activity, a nature art project using natural materials, a sensory walk, nature science, wildlife tracking, survival skills, a nature bracelet