16 Summer Olympic Games, Activities, and Treats for Kids
We are one week away from the 2012 Summer Olympic Games!
It’s almost time to watch as athletes from all over the world meet in London, England and compete to see who’s the best in the world.
Our family gets right in there, watching as much of the fun as we can! We love swimming, track and field, and especially gymnastics. I’ve been a huge fan of gymnastics since I was little. And now that my little ones are taking gymnastics class, they are excited to watch the games as well.
To get in the spirit of it all, we’ve got a fun line up of kids games and activities to help celebrate.
Here are 16 Summer Olympic Games for Kids:
Click the boxes below to see all 16 ideas.
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Light the Ice Cream Torch
Begin your Olympics by lighting the torch. With a few sugar cones and some vanilla ice cream, you're all set to get started.
Get the instructions over at Make and Takes. -
Stamped Olympic Rings
Stamp an Olympic rings picture with a paper towel dipped in paint and you've got a fun way to celebrate.
Get the instructions over at The Mother Huddle. -
3D Olympic Rings
With a few simple supplies, you've got yourself adorable 3D Olympic rings.
Get the instructions over at No Time for Flash Cards. -
Olympic Ring Treat Cookies
Make a yummy Olympic ring treat using this fun Olympic ring cookie cutter!
Get the instructions over at The Kitchn. -
Hoola Hoop Hurdles
What a fun way to get into the Olympics by hosting your own games on the beach with these hoola hoop hurdles.
Get the instructions over at A Small Snippet. -
Olympic Ring Bottle Toss
Toss a few Olympic rings around the bottle. Make it a game and see who can win the gold medal getting all 5 rings around the bottle.
Get the instructions over at Make and Takes. -
Backyard Olympic Games
I love the idea of hosting a party for the Olympics right in your backyard. There are some super fun ideas and games like this noodle toss.
Get the instructions over at UCreate With Kids. -
Classic Ring Toss
Enjoy a classic game of ring toss with a few simple craft items. This would be a perfect game at a celebration party.
Get the instructions over at Family Fun. -
Fun Mathematical Olympic Games
While you're having fun playing games, get out the ruler and graph who was able to get their ball out the furthest. It's fun to learn while you play.
Get the instructions over at Education.com. -
Olympic Activities eBook
Download this free ebook sharing all kinds of fun and playful activities for kids and the Olympics.
Get the instructions over at I Can Teach My Child. -
Olympic Party Ideas
These look so fun even I want to put on a shaving cream hat and toss a few cheese puffs at someone!
Get the instructions over at Parents.com. -
Olympic Team Bracelets
Work on learning your letters and words as you thread on each letter bead for a fun team bracelet.
Get the instructions over at No Time for Flash Cards. -
Chocolate Olympic Medals
Once you've finished playing in the games, it's time for the medals ceremony. Will you win a gold chocolate?
Get the instructions over at Make and Takes. -
Gold Medal Cookies
These cookies are darling to make and gift for a fun party celebrating the Olympics.
Get the instructions over at One Charming Party. -
Cookie Surprise Gold Medals
Hold your gold medal and torch high as you celebrate your winning event at the Olympics. Kids will love to make and eat these fun treats.
Get the instructions over at Alphamom. -
Kid Crafty Olympic Medals
These puff paint medals are fun to craft and fun to receive. Host your own ceremony after a few rounds of hurdles.
Get the instructions over at Family Crafts.
Are you an Olympics family? What’s your favorite event?
I’m having a debate with a friend. What is the Summer Games equivalent to curling in the Winter Games, as in a sport that when you watch it on TV you think that it is the one sport you could qualify for in the Olympics?
Let the games begin!
Thanks for including some of our ideas Marie!
Pretty! This has been an incredibly wonderful article. Many thanks for providing this info.
Not to take anything away from London, but there have been 30 Olympic Summer Games, and this is the 3rd time they have been to London. I know it is the first time in like 60 years, but still seems like a lot.
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