20 Aug FUN BALLOON GAMES FOR KIDS
If you’ve been scouring the internet lately for ideas on how to entertain your kids, some articles you’re reading might start out like this: Winter is at its deepest and the boredom level has reached the highest level. Even though we’re in the height (and heat) of summer, the current global conditions mean that a lot of us are sticking close to home these days. We’ve pulled 10 really fun balloon activities for kids from the Brisbane Kids blog. Check it out!
Balloons are an inexpensive and fun way to entertain the kids with an endless array of games and activities you can do with them. Below are 10 (we’re featuring five) of the best balloon games to play with kids.
Surprise Pop: Blow up lots of balloons, filling some with treats or small toys. Let the kids work hard to pop the balloons to retrieve their surprises. Great group or party activity.
Balloon Tennis: Using paper plates and paddle pop sticks, create tennis racquets. Clear a large space, free of tripping hazards or breakables. Blow up a balloon and play a game of indoor tennis, hitting the balloon back and forth with the plate racquets. This is a great game when you have lots of kids, non competitive and just a whole lot of fun!
Protect Your Balloon: Great activity for larger groups of five or more. Give each child a balloon and a length of string, approximately a metre long. Have them blow up their balloon, tie it to the string and tie it around their ankle. The aim is to protect their balloon while trying to bust everyone else’s, with the winner being the last balloon standing. Supervision essential.
Balloon Waddle Races: An outdoor game for two or more kids. Have them start at the starting line, place a balloon between their knees and race to the finish line without dropping or bursting their balloon. If you have a large group and limited space, the races can be done as relays.
Keep It Moving: A classic balloon game perfect for indoors for one or more children, with the aim to simply keep the balloon in the air and not let it touch the ground. Be sure to have adequate space, free from fragile items and tripping hazards. This is a great game to play loud, hilarious party music.
What other balloon activities have your kids loved? Tell us in the comments below!