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10 Best DIY Water-Play Ideas for Kids

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Published on: July 18, 2023

10 Best DIY Water-Play Ideas for Kids

defrosting a frozen stack of colorful t-shirts is one water activity kids love

Frozen t-shirt game

This water play activity uses water in its most summer-friendly state — frozen! 

If you have a crowd of kids to entertain, this fun group water play idea is just what you're looking for. It does require a little planning but is fairly simple: each child (or team) gets a t-shirt that has been thoroughly frozen. The first person to get the shirt defrosted and on, is the winner. You can fold the shirt up neatly or wad it into a ball before freezing. Try each method and see which one is trickier. Either way this game is sure to be a popular one. Check out That After School Life for details.

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