Category Archives: Kids’ Summer Activites
Quick & Easy Pool Parties
June 29, 2015I don’t know about you, but here in the south, it’s HOT HOT HOT! What better way to escape the heat, than a good old fashioned pool party? Now, I … Continue reading
Backyard BBQ Fun!
June 15, 2015Nothing beats a backyard BBQ on a warm weekend, and by the looks of it, there are plenty of beautiful weekends ahead. So, what are some necessities for backyard BBQ’s? … Continue reading
Ready for Spring?
March 23, 2015Planning for an adventure packed week off of school is a tedious task. Some people even spend upwards of 6 months preparing for spring break?!? That’s a lot of work … Continue reading
Making the Most of Your Summer
July 9, 2014It’s easy to let summer just slip right through your fingers if you aren’t careful. For many of us, work continues and the daily grind gets in the way of … Continue reading
Awesome Pool Toys for Kids
July 3, 2014Are you scratching your head, wondering how to keep the kids busy all summer long? You can only run them to lessons, craft classes, reading programs, and so on, for … Continue reading
Girls Ice Cream Pool Party
June 20, 2014School’s out for summer! Keeping kids busy during the summer can be a challenge. ToySplash recently hosted a Girls Ice Cream Pool Party and all the girls attending agreed this … Continue reading
Staying Safe During Outdoor Activities
June 15, 2014It’s time to stay hydrated, safe, and cool as weather turns warmer and we head outdoors to enjoy it. With a little common sense and some practical application, your summer … Continue reading
Top 12 Kids Water Games
May 30, 2014Kids love summer. No homework. Hanging out with friends happens a lot. Fun abounds. Everything is great until…you hear those dreaded words - “I’m bored.” Keeping your kids occupied all … Continue reading
First Beach Day
July 30, 2013The beach. What comes to mind? For me it’s wonderful thoughts of relaxation and family fun. I have great memories of beach time with my own children when they were … Continue reading
6 Water Balloon Games Sure to Make a Splash!!
July 27, 2013It’s hot. The kids are cranky. Desperate times call for desperate measures. It’s time to bust out the water balloons! No one can stay cranky once a water balloon war … Continue reading
ToySplash Water Games Perfect for Your Next Pool Party
July 24, 2013I recently had the fun of attending a gathering of teenage boys (yes, that sounds weird-bear with me) who were hanging out in the pool, trying out some of the … Continue reading
Time for a Teen Backyard Pool Party!
July 20, 2013Time for a Teen Backyard Pool Party! That might be a statement that strikes fear into the heart of even the bravest mom!! My kids love to have their friends … Continue reading
Outrageous Ocean Week - Awesome Reads
July 10, 2013Outrageous Ocean Week - Awesome Reads Reading is such a great summer pastime. I love getting my kids’ imaginations working with a good book. Since it’s Outrageous Ocean Week here … Continue reading
Beach Balls - Fun Games with a Classic Toy
July 1, 2013The Beach Ball….probably one of the first water toys most of us ever played with. It’s a true classic in every sense of the word. So classic, in fact, it’s … Continue reading
Kids’ 4th of July Craft & Snack Party
June 28, 2013We are gearing up for the 4th of July at our house. There is something about this particular holiday that I just love. It embraces the feel of summer, patriotism, … Continue reading
Firecracker Tie Dye T-Shirt
June 24, 2013Independence Day is next week already!! Yikes! In an effort to always have some kind of project for the kids each week, I decided we all needed to make these … Continue reading
When life hands you lemons…..
June 18, 2013When life hands you lemons….. make lemonade! and sell it!! Did you ever have a lemonade stand as a kid? My brother and I did and we had so … Continue reading
The Messy Pool Race
August 2, 2011Want to wear your kids out in a hurry? Whether you’re trying to get them their daily dose of exercise or just want them to burn off a little energy … Continue reading
Capture the Splash
July 28, 2011We’ve revamped capture the flag for a hot summer day by moving it into the pool! The basics of the game Capture the Splash are exactly the same, but it’s … Continue reading
CANNONBALL!!!
July 26, 2011Cannonball contests are a summer staple. There is something about leaping into the water and making a giant splash that kids love. You can make the splash attack even more … Continue reading
Diving Board Dodgeball
April 27, 2011Incorporate a classic outside game with water fun by moving dodgeball to the swimming pool with Diving Board Dodgeball. The object of the game is similar, but the game play … Continue reading
The Sink or Swim Game
April 21, 2011No, we’re not talking about your first semester of college. The sink or swim game is a great group and party game that is sure to wear out and delight … Continue reading
Beach Towel Fashion Show
April 13, 2011We’ve all been there. The kids are done swimming and they’re ready to come inside . . . but they’re sopping wet! Your floors are clean and the house is … Continue reading
Sand Angels
April 11, 2011We all know that some winter sports have made a great transition from the snow to the water. Some intrepid water lover said, “Why should the mountains get all the … Continue reading