Some things kids like to do (10) you can add your favorites to the list

This is aimed at camping but you can modify these ideas for fun at home

1. Get wet and go splashing. If you cannot find a good
swimming spot, normally most of the camping parks would suggest where
you could find a good and safe spot for you to swim, either a big lake
or a small brook. Some of them might have their own swimming pools.
Avoid the swimming pool at all costs and go swimming in a lake amidst
nature. The experience that you'll get is indescribable. Some camping
parks would offer a boat rental service, where you could rent a boat or
canoe for a small fee. Your kids will have a blast. A word of caution,
never leave your kids swimming by themselves. Be watchful at all times.

2.
Rent a bike and go biking together. Most camping sites have biking
trails for you and your family to explore. Be adventurous. Riding
bicycles is very enjoyable as you are able to enjoy the beautiful
scenery. Ride slow and make sure that everybody is not left behind.
Bring a map with you and plan your biking trip adventure before making
the trip so that you know exactly where you are heading and where you
want to be. Plan your time properly, so that you would be able to make
the whole trip and back to your camp before it gets dark.

3. Go  bird and animal watching. Most forest parks
and camping sites have
brochures or leaflets about the different types of animals that can be
found around the area that are worth watching and to look out for. A fun
thing to do is to buy books on wild animals before your camping trip
and play a game with your children and see who can spot the animals
first. Just be sure that you keep your children at a safe distance.

4.
Play outdoor games such as tug-o-war or the classic sack race or just
plain tag. Children love these games, especially when they're playing
these games in the woods. Make sure that you are playing in a clear area
to avoid unwanted accidents and also avoid making loud noises that
might disturb other campers and especially the wildlife.

5. Go on a
scavenger hunt. Who doesn't love to go on such quests and adventures.
What's good about a scavenger hunt is that it involves the physical,
which means you'll get yourself and your kids to exercise while having
fun at the same time. Prior to the game, just warn the kids on the type
of things that they should avoid, such as poison ivy, sumac, oak and
other prickly plants that might be lurking in the woods. Also, you have
to be sure that you teach your kids how to read maps. That could also be
a different game and will be discussed below.

6. Teach your kids
how to read maps and compasses. Educate them on the importance of
navigation and explore the forest with them using the maps and
compasses. Show them the location that they are at now on the map and
where you guys are going. Get them to notice anything significant on
your path, such as a tree with a weird shape or something that is out of
the ordinary to identify. This should go hand in hand with your
scavenger hunt.

7. What's camping without a campfire? This is a
must to every camper out there. Your camping experience would not be
complete without a campfire. This should be done at the end of the day
before you go to sleep. Telling each other scary stories and jokes is
recommended. Also, don't forget to bring a guitar and sing songs around
the campfire. Other activities you can do around the campfire is to play
word games and riddles while roasting your favorite marshmallows and hot dogs.

8. Another night activity that you can do is to watch the
stars in the sky. This is both fun and educational. Get everyone to lie
on an open field and appreciate the free light show in the sky. You can
also bring a star chart and try to discover the famous constellations
and other heavenly bodies. If you're lucky, you might catch a shooting
star. Don't forget to make your wish though.

9. This next game is
frowned upon by some campers, but you should bathe in the rain when it
rains. This is recommended if the weather is not cold. Otherwise you
might get the shivers. It's sort of depressing when it rains when you are out
camping. Rather than complaining about it, take the opportunity to have
fun in the rain and enjoy mother earth's natural shower. Not recommended
when there is thunder and lightning.

10. Just simply enjoy the
moment and relax. It might not be a big hit with the kids but it is the
most appropriate time to bond with your family and enjoy everyone's
company. Take your time to enjoy the nature, it's not everyday your
family get to enjoy this holiday.