10+ Indoor and Outdoor Summer Activities for Preschoolers

Summer is here and it’s the perfect time for preschoolers to enjoy fun activities both indoors and outdoors. At Apples and Bananas Preschool in Bopal, we have put together a list of engaging summer activities that will keep your 3-5 year olds entertained, active and learning all season long.

Indoor Summer Activities

When the summer heat gets too intense, bring the fun inside with these creative indoor activities:

1. Make homemade ice cream in a can.

This easy science experiment teaches kids about changing states of matter while making a yummy treat.

2. Coloring and Painting

Provide coloring sheets, washable markers, crayons, and paints for kids to express their creativity and develop fine motor skills.

3. Arts and Crafts

Set up a crafting station with supplies for painting, drawing, making friendship bracelets, or creating DIY projects.

4. Puzzle Play

Offer puzzles with large, easy-to-grasp pieces to help develop fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and problem-solving abilities.

5. Make your own playdough.

Mixing up a batch of soft homemade playdough provides a great sensory activity. Add glitter or essential oils for some extra fun.

6. Alphabet Categories

Pick a category like animals, foods or toys. Taking turns, each player must name something in that category starting with the letters of the alphabet in order.

Outdoor Summer Activities

Take advantage of the warm, sunny weather with these outdoor activities perfect for preschoolers:

1. Nature Walks

Take preschoolers on short nature walks in the neighborhood or local park to explore plants, flowers, insects, and birds.

2. Bubble Fun

Blow bubbles and let preschoolers chase and pop them. You can also provide bubble wands for kids to make their own bubbles.

3. Paint with sidewalk chalk paint

Mix cornstarch, water and food coloring to make washable sidewalk paint. Use brushes, rollers or squeeze bottles to create colorful outdoor art.

4. Water Play

Set up a kiddie pool, water table, or sprinkler for splashy outdoor fun. Provide cups, funnels, and toys for pouring and scooping.

5. Gardening

Involve preschoolers in simple gardening tasks like planting seeds, watering plants, or digging in the soil. Teach them about plants, growth, and caring for the environment.

6. Word Scavenger Hunt

Challenge the kids to find words on signs, labels and logos as you walk around the neighborhood. See who can find the most!

Safety Tips

Keeping kids safe is the top priority during summer activities. Remember these important safety tips:

Apply sunscreen with at least SPF 30 to all exposed skin 30 minutes before going outside. Reapply every 2 hours.
Have kids take frequent breaks in the shade and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
Never leave kids unattended around water, including pools, lakes and beaches.
Make sure kids wear a properly fitted helmet when bike riding or using scooters and skateboards.
Check playground equipment to make sure it’s not too hot before letting kids play on it.

Conclusion

Summertime provides the perfect opportunity for preschoolers to engage in a variety of fun and enriching indoor and outdoor activities. At Apples and Bananas Preschool in Bopal, Ahmedabad, we believe in providing a balance of structured and unstructured play that promotes healthy development. We hope this list of indoor and outdoor activities inspires you to make the most of the summer with your preschooler. Have fun playing, exploring and making memories together!