Spring is in the air! As the weather starts to warm up and nature comes back to life, it’s the perfect time to get outside and enjoy fun, hands-on activities with your little ones.
Whether you’re looking for ways to explore nature, get crafty, or just enjoy some fresh air, here are 10 fun early spring activities you can do with your kids.
1. Go on a Spring Nature Scavenger Hunt
Take a walk around your neighborhood, a local park, or even your backyard and search for signs of spring! Make a simple checklist of things to find, such as:
✅ Budding flowers
✅ Birds chirping
✅ Worms or bugs
✅ A butterfly or bee
✅ Green grass
Kids love the adventure of spotting new signs of the season!
2. Plant a Mini Garden
Spring is a great time to introduce kids to gardening. Let them plant seeds in small pots or a garden bed and watch them grow over time. Fast-growing flowers like marigolds or easy veggies like carrots and lettuce are perfect for little hands to care for.
3. Make DIY Bird Feeders
Birds are busy in springtime, and you can help them out by making a simple bird feeder! Spread peanut butter on a toilet paper roll or pinecone, roll it in birdseed, and hang it outside. Then, watch as birds come to visit!
4. Splash in Spring Rain Puddles
Spring often brings rain, and what’s more fun for a child than splashing in puddles? Put on some rain boots and a jacket and let them jump, splash, and giggle to their heart’s content!
5. Create Sidewalk Chalk Masterpieces
On a sunny day, bring out the sidewalk chalk and let your kids turn the driveway or sidewalk into a colorful masterpiece. Draw flowers, butterflies, rainbows, or even practice writing letters and numbers!
6. Visit a Farm or Petting Zoo
Many farms open their doors in early spring, and it’s a great time to see baby animals! Kids love visiting lambs, chicks, and bunnies, and it’s a wonderful way to teach them about nature and animals.
7. Go on a Bug Hunt
Grab a magnifying glass and explore the outdoors to look for bugs! Turn over rocks, look under leaves, and see what tiny creatures you can find. Talk about how bugs help our environment and why they are important.
8. Make Spring-Themed Crafts
Get creative with simple spring crafts! Try making:
🎨 Handprint flowers
🦋 Paper plate butterflies
🌦️ Cotton ball rain clouds
🌸 Egg carton flower bouquets
These projects are perfect for keeping little hands busy on a rainy day!
9. Have a Picnic Outside
Pack a simple lunch or snack and enjoy it outside! Whether it’s in your backyard, at a park, or just on a cozy blanket in the grass, kids love eating outdoors. Bring books or toys to make it an extra fun outing.
10. Blow Bubbles and Chase Them
There’s something magical about bubbles! Make your own bubble solution with dish soap and water, or grab a store-bought bottle and have fun blowing and chasing bubbles on a breezy spring day.
Final Thoughts
Spring is a season of renewal, exploration, and adventure—perfect for making special memories with your little ones! Whether you’re enjoying nature, getting creative, or just having fun outdoors, these activities will help you and your child celebrate the joys of early spring.
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