I Make My Kids Play Outside

ByJessica Lieb

“GO PLAY OUTSIDE!” – me

“What are we going to do?” – them

“Uh, play…” – me

Sometimes, I have to force my kids to play outside.
We don’t allow them to watch a lot of T.V. or play video games, so it’s not that they want to be couch potatoes. They have trouble initiating play and entertaining themselves. Honestly, they don’t know what to do. I thought buying them a playset would help create an ideal setting for outdoor play but they are still learning “how” to play. I’ve found that having an intentional activity helps spark their creativity, imagination kicks in, and they can play all day (or at least until the mosquitoes carry them away).

The other day I gave them a pitcher of water and a $3 water gun and they had a blast.

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Then, they wanted to eat lunch outside

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And then, I had to convince them to come inside for a nap because they were having so much fun.

I guess I have to teach my kids how to play sometimes.

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Jessica is an experienced NC-based travel agent who specializes in family travel. She helps families plan memorable trips to Disney, Universal, All-Inclusive Resorts, Cruises, and International trips. She is responsible for B Honest Media’s editorial direction and growth. She has covered parenting for over 13 years, focusing on product reviews and recommendations, travel, and parenting tips.

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