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Elastics
Elastics is a jumping game that was popular in the 1970s, 80s and 90s. Sometimes it is the old games that are the most fun.
Leaf art
Getting kids outside is great for creativity and connecting with nature and your local park provides the perfect canvas for some leaf art.
Musical statues
Dance, dance, dance, but when the music stops freeze into a musical statue.
Dress up relay
Call the fashion police! It’s time to get dressed up.
Beach games
There are so many activities that you can do at the beach.
Running games
Running games are fun for kids and help to let off steam.
Fruit salad
This running game is popular with children and requires a group of about 8 or more players.
Make and fly a kite
Making a kite is quick and easy once you know how. When your kite is finished you might like to decorate it before flying high.
Beach cricket
Cricket is our summer game and the soft sand and big open space at the beach make it the perfect spot for a friendly match.
Stuck in the mud
A fun game for when a group of friends are over.
Box sliding
Box sliding is a great outdoor activity, sure to get the children having fun and the heart racing.
Rock hunting
This fun outdoor craze has taken off in many communities around New Zealand and is a great way to get kids out and about.