Regardless of the season, boys will have energy. Even if the sun isn’t shining or it may be sprinkling, consider planning outdoor activities that your boys can look forward to at the end of their homeschool day.
Think of it as an incentive. Boys are wired to be active. Forced to sit and “do school” can be daunting and frustrating in their little minds. The work certainly needs to get done, but, breaking up a child’s routine by providing simple, classic, fun activities once in awhile can help relieve stress and tension! Even if the weather isn’t perfect, plan an activity once or twice a week (or more!) that encourages your boys to get outside.
30 Activity Ideas for Boys
- Climb a Tree
- Fly a Kite
- Throw a Baseball
- Ride a Bike
- Wade in a Creek
- Learn to Shoot a Bow and Arrow
- Make a Slingshot
- Whittle a Stick
- Rollerblade
- Build a Teepee
- Go On a Nature Scavenger Hunt
- Plant a Garden
- Paint Rocks
- Go Fishing
- Take a Hike
- Make a Bonfire
- Create a Blowgun
- Sidewalk Chalk Paint
- Take Nature Photographs
- Paint a Landscape
- Leaf Rubbings
- Make a Nature Wreath
- Dig Up Worms For Fishing Bait
- Make Snow Paint
- Create An Obstacle Course
- Make a Bean Bag Toss (Cornhole)
- Play Hopscotch
- Water Balloon Toss
- Forage For Food
- Three Legged Races
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