Outdoor games and recreational activities recommended for children

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[Guinness Challenge] Tried Stone Skipping [River Play]

Kids today might not be very good at it, but for their parents’ generation, everyone has done stone skipping.

Aiming for a Guinness World Record would be unrealistic, of course, but let’s have children experience the process of picking up tips to make the stone bounce even a little—it’s valuable for their education going forward.

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Tips for walking on stilts

Stilts made of bamboo have been enjoyed by Japanese children since ancient times.

They’re no longer as mainstream as they once were, but nothing beats the refreshing thrill of striding forward smoothly with good balance.

Once you get the hang of it, even small children can keep moving along, making it lots of fun.

Disc golf

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While these are videos of actresses from an industry you definitely shouldn’t show to children, this sport—unlike school clubs—doesn’t require any particular practice and can be played right away, so it’s recommended for kids too.

If there’s a place nearby where they can do it, be sure to teach it to them.

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Ball play for 3-year-olds with parent and child

One of the great things about ball play is that you can do it right away in familiar outdoor places like parks or gardens—as long as you have a ball.

All you do is throw it, but kids genuinely enjoy this kind of simple activity.

When they get tired, they’ll stop on their own, and the car ride home is nice and quiet, so I highly recommend it!