{"id":3250,"date":"2024-06-20T13:43:46","date_gmt":"2024-06-20T17:43:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/2024\/06\/20\/games-to-play-this-summer\/"},"modified":"2024-06-20T17:03:04","modified_gmt":"2024-06-20T21:03:04","slug":"games-to-play-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/2024\/06\/20\/games-to-play-this-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"Games to Play this Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summertime is here!\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first few weeks of summer bring fun and excitement and the return of free time and fun, seasonal activities. But as the<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> summer stretches on, it can be challenging to keep kids engaged and avoid dreaded phrases \u201cI\u2019m bored\u201d or \u201cthere\u2019s nothing to do.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To help keep the fun going all summer long, we\u2019ve compiled some tips and games that can help your entire family stay active and entertained.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Beat the Heat with Water Games<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-3251\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/303465_328915530511738_566075139_n_3-720x720-1.jpg\" alt=\"kids wiping water off face\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/303465_328915530511738_566075139_n_3-720x720-1.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/303465_328915530511738_566075139_n_3-720x720-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/303465_328915530511738_566075139_n_3-720x720-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/303465_328915530511738_566075139_n_3-720x720-1-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/303465_328915530511738_566075139_n_3-720x720-1-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/303465_328915530511738_566075139_n_3-720x720-1-333x333.jpg 333w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/303465_328915530511738_566075139_n_3-720x720-1-295x295.jpg 295w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the temperature rises, incorporating <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/resource\/summer-heat-keep-your-kids-cool-with-these-seven-water-play-ideas\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">water games<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> into play time can be a great way to cool off and have a blast.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Sponge Pass<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Have players form a seated line. At the front, place a bucket full of water with a large sponge. At the back of the line place an empty bucket. Pass the soaked sponge over your head to the person behind you. The last person in line squeezes the water into a bucket then the emptied sponge is passed back to the front to start again. The object of the game is to get as much of the water from the front bucket to the back in a limited amount of time (ex. 2 minutes)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Water Cup Relay<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: In this relay game, players stand in line behind an empty bucket, then run to a full bucket with a cup to transfer water to the empty one before passing the cup to the next person. Two teams can play to see who can fill their bucket faster.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Duck, Duck, Splash<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: In a water-filled twist on Duck, Duck, Goose, players sit in a circle as one person walks around, tapping shoulders and saying &#8220;duck.&#8221; Instead of saying &#8220;goose,&#8221; they pour water on the chosen person, who then chases them around the circle. If tagged, the chaser becomes the new &#8220;it.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><a class=\"u-arrow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/resource\/summer-heat-keep-your-kids-cool-with-these-seven-water-play-ideas\/\">Find more water games<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Fun at the Park<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-3253\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Playworks_JessicaNosalPhotography-262-of-419-scaled-e1718745871759.jpg\" alt=\"Kids playing on play structure\" width=\"425\" height=\"325\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parks and community playgrounds offer endless opportunities for summer fun.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Off the Ground Tag<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Every player is\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">safe if they are not standing on the ground, but on another object like a playscape, bench, etc. To be fair to the tagger, however, runners cannot be off the ground for more than five seconds. Count the seconds similar to five Mississippis, but five *name of the park*, such as \u201cone, Deerfield Park, two Deerfield Park, three, Deerfield Park\u201d, etc.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Iron Lung<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Think of this as a race. Players take their mark on the starting line and take the deepest breath they can and hold it in. On \u201cgo,\u201d players begin running and yelling, until they are out of breath. When their breath is gone, they must stop. Then turn around and see how far they got. This is sure to make even the most energetic kids want to take a break before playing again.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Follow the Leader<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Go on a nature hike while mimicking the leader&#8217;s movements. Whether bending down to look or jumping over twigs, followers must replicate the leader&#8217;s actions as they take turns leading the group.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><a class=\"u-arrow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/resource\/game-to-play-at-the-park\/\">Check out more games for the park<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Go for a Walk<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-3255\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/Copy-of-Playworks-147-scaled-e1718746206295.jpg\" alt=\"girl with notebook outdoors\" width=\"415\" height=\"370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/Copy-of-Playworks-147-scaled-e1718746206295.jpg 1915w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/Copy-of-Playworks-147-scaled-e1718746206295-300x267.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/Copy-of-Playworks-147-scaled-e1718746206295-1024x912.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/Copy-of-Playworks-147-scaled-e1718746206295-768x684.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/Copy-of-Playworks-147-scaled-e1718746206295-1536x1368.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/Copy-of-Playworks-147-scaled-e1718746206295-1212x1080.jpg 1212w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/Copy-of-Playworks-147-scaled-e1718746206295-808x720.jpg 808w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/Copy-of-Playworks-147-scaled-e1718746206295-539x480.jpg 539w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/Copy-of-Playworks-147-scaled-e1718746206295-674x600.jpg 674w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/Copy-of-Playworks-147-scaled-e1718746206295-374x333.jpg 374w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 415px) 100vw, 415px\" \/>If you don\u2019t have a park nearby, these games can be played while you g<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">o for a walk<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> around the neighborhood.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Colors:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Every person chooses or is assigned a color and must look for that color on your route. Players get points for each object they see with their assigned color. Players must state clearly what the object is and keep track of their own points.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Group Count:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This game requires the group to be quiet and listen attentively to each other. Everyone takes turns saying numbers in sequence, therefore, counting as a group. The group, however, may not make a plan for the counting order and must take turns randomly. If two players say a number at the same time, the group must start back at one. The goal of the game is to reach ten, then a higher number as everyone gets better.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Scavenger Hunt<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Make it collaborative and before you go out for a walk, create a list of what you are looking for. This can vary depending on where you are walking, but make some items harder and easier! Try to complete your entire list before you head home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><a class=\"u-arrow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/news\/play-at-home-go-for-a-walk-games\/\">Find more go for a walk games<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Taking Fun on the Road<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-3257\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/JCs-on-the-way-to-the-Capitol-e1718748882399.jpg\" alt=\"kids in van\" width=\"415\" height=\"342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/JCs-on-the-way-to-the-Capitol-e1718748882399.jpg 1060w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/JCs-on-the-way-to-the-Capitol-e1718748882399-300x247.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/JCs-on-the-way-to-the-Capitol-e1718748882399-1024x844.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/JCs-on-the-way-to-the-Capitol-e1718748882399-768x633.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/JCs-on-the-way-to-the-Capitol-e1718748882399-873x720.jpg 873w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/JCs-on-the-way-to-the-Capitol-e1718748882399-582x480.jpg 582w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/JCs-on-the-way-to-the-Capitol-e1718748882399-728x600.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-york-new-jersey\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/JCs-on-the-way-to-the-Capitol-e1718748882399-404x333.jpg 404w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 415px) 100vw, 415px\" \/>Going on vacation? Play these games during road trips, at the airport, in line at the amusement park, or in the downtime between activities.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Name that Tune<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: With the radio or music streaming service, have one person be the DJ and play the first 5 to 10 seconds of a song before cutting it off.\u00a0 The rest of the group tries to guess the song in 30 seconds or less. Once your group has made it through a set number of songs, let the person who had the most correct guesses DJ next!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Alphabet Race<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: All players must be first to find something outside of the vehicle\/waiting area that starts with the letter \u201cA\u201d and call it out for all to hear. After that move on to the letter \u201cB\u201d and so on through the alphabet.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Up, Down, Stop, Go<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: This is a game of opposites, in which a caller says one command and players do the opposite. Generally played with the whole body, the game of Up, Down, Stop, Go can be easily modified for seated play. Up = hands raised high in the air. Down = reach hands to your toes. Stop = move legs and arms like you\u2019re running. Go = freeze with hands out in front of your body.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out more <\/span><a class=\"u-arrow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/resource\/games-for-the-best-road-trips\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Road Trip Games<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><strong><a class=\"u-arrow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/resource\/waiting-games-for-the-plane-or-car\/\">Waiting Games<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Indoor Summer Fun<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-3259\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/IndoorPlay-e1718746774840.jpg\" alt=\"kids playing game indoors\" width=\"475\" height=\"296\" \/>If it\u2019s too hot outside and you\u2019re unable to venture out, don\u2019t forget, we have a whole <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/get-involved\/play-at-home\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Play at Home Playbook<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> filled with games that can be played indoors, with no equipment needed. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out our <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/playlist?list=PLitu40RVByyxSm66eO009tryUl21j4gAi\">Youtube playlist<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for interactive games led by Playworks Coaches.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you have plenty of games to play this summer, we hope your break is filled with fun, relaxation, and play!\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Summertime is here!\u00a0 The first few weeks of summer bring fun and excitement and the return of free time and fun, seasonal activities. 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