Now that spring is finally here, it’s time to put your winter clothes away, go outside, and have some serious fun. Just like adults, children can get a little sluggish during the winter, so they can’t wait for spring to get moving.

If your family is eager to get active again after long winter months, read on for some of the best spring activities for children. These ideas will help you keep both their muscles and their minds active so that they can learn and thrive while having lots of fun.

Explore a local natural area

What better way to celebrate spring than to go out, soak up some sunshine, and watch nature blossom. You can go on a hike and make it extra fun by looking for a four-leaf clover. They can also collect different leaves and flowers and press them to have a nice memento. Teach them how to recognize and describe different plant species. You can later ask them to draw a flower or tree they saw during your walk.

Ride your bikes

Another great way to spend a sunny day outdoors is to go bike riding. Kids love it and it also promotes their physical development and motor skills. If they don’t know how to ride a bike yet, it may be time to teach them this year. It’ll provide them with hours of fun.

Go out for a walk in the rain

Even if it’s a rainy day, you can still take your kids outside as long as there are no thunderstorms. Make sure they’re dressed for the rain, with boots and raincoats as protection. Children find joy in muddy walks and splashing in puddles. This can also be an educational experience if you take the chance to encourage their curiosity. For example, you can answer their questions, like ‘Why does it rain?’ and ‘Where do rainbows come from?’

Visit a cool trampoline park

If you’re not up for a rainy walk, your kids can still get active in a nicely equipped indoor playground. Trampoline parks give them a chance to jump to their heart’s content while staying safe. The equipment is suitable for children of different ages and they’re also supervised while they play. This is a good opportunity to socialize with peers and strengthen both their muscles and their minds.

Teach them the joys of gardening

You can plant some seeds and watch them grow into strong, beautiful plants. This is an excellent learning opportunity for children. They’ll develop their motor skills by using gardening tools (just make sure they’re light enough so they can use them). They can get their hands dirty and be in touch with the natural world. They’ll also understand the joy of caring for something small and delicate, and helping it thrive.

Make a birdhouse together

Birds need a place to nest in the spring. Spend more time in the garden and make a birdhouse to help them. It’ll teach your children the importance of caring for other living creatures. It’s also a very creative task because they can decorate it in their very own original ways. It shouldn’t be too difficult because there are birdhouse kits you can find at most craft stores.

Cook with fresh produce

Go to the outdoor market and pick out some fresh fruit and vegetables. You can enjoy the scents and sights of this colorful setting, which is a chance to expose your children to a new experience. When you come back home, you can make a tasty meal together and then enjoy it as a family. There are many quick and easy recipes that children can help you make.