Ingredients:
- Sidewalk chalk in a variety of colors
- Marker items to toss: small stones, wet sponges, beanbags
Playing with outdoor chalk is a colorful and inexpensive activity that’s great for kids of all ages. A simple game that gets kids outdoors and playing! And outdoor play among preschoolers has been linked to enhanced cognitive, social, and emotional development, and school readiness.
Recipe for Fun
Step 1: Gather supplies. You’ll need sidewalk chalk in several colors and a few items to toss, such as small stones, pieces of chalk, wet sponges, or water balloons for a fun summer twist.
Step 2: Find a clear section of sidewalk or driveway. Using the chalk, draw a large circle on the ground and then add several smaller circles inside it to create a target, finishing with a bullseye in the center.
Step 3: Incorporate a little math practice by writing numbers inside each circle so kids can add up their scores after each round.
Step 4: Have each player choose their tossing item and determine the order of play.
Step 5: Take turns tossing the markers toward the target. The goal is to land as close to the bullseye as possible—or directly in it!
Step 6: Add up the points after each round or simply see whose toss lands closest to the center. Either way, it’s a simple way to mix movement, friendly competition, and a little learning.