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    20 Outdoor Games for Children

    April 7, 2014 /

    Hi there, today I am sharing our top 20 outdoor games.  Some of these games can be played indoors but most are more suitable for getting active outside in the fresh air now that Spring is here!  In case you need instructions on how to play these games I have linked them to other great sites and blogs about games for children. I’ve also included some photos of my children having fun outdoors! Skipping games Treasure hunts Parachute games Duck duck goose Hopscotch Hide and seek Tag Clapping games Obstacle courses What time is it Mr Wolf Simon Says Stuck in the mud Musical Statues Red light, Green Light Horse/Donkey…

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