If you need some motivation to get the kids outside this spring, read on! We gathered up a bunch of our favorite games for kids, and they are larger than life. From Giant Jenga to chess to Connect 4, these jumbo lawn games will definitely motivate the kids to get outside and stay there. There are even some that you can make yourself!
If this isn't the most fun game for families, we aren't sure what is! Set up this jumbo version of Connect 4 in your backyard, and the kids will be dueling it out all summer long. If you have some moderate building skills, you can even DIY this game with instructions from Build-Basic.
Don't you just love this extra-huge version of Jenga? Good news: It's made out of cardboard, so you don't have to worry about getting crushed by the falling blocks. Bad news: the kids might need your help setting it up every time they knock it over.
You just might want to learn chess so that you can have this awesome lawn version at your house. You can snag the oversize chess pieces here or here. Or, if you're looking for a less permanent DIY option, you can find the instructions here.
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Giant Tic Tac Toe
This giant tic tac toe game is a lot of fun, even for the little ones. You can play it the regular way, or make it tougher by tossing the pieces into the square.
This classic wooden game is a lot of fun for all ages. Make it harder for older kids by having them use their non-dominant hand. It teaches strategy and coordination, a win-win!
Reuse those ball pit balls for this DIY game of Kerplunk. The only other things you'll need to bring it all together are a small table, chicken wire, dowels and zip ties. Get the step-by-step instructions over at A Little Craft in Your Day.
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Jumbo Dice
This inflatable dice set comes with six dice so that you can teach the kids one of these fun games or even use them to teach math concepts. We love that they are easy to transport so that you can bring them with you camping or on your next family vacation.
This classic game just got a makeover! Oversized pieces are perfect for little hands and this is a fun option to bring out to the backyard to play while you wait for those burgers to grill.
This is a super fun option for little ones as there's very little risk of them getting hurt. Have the kids kick the bowling ball or mix it up and have them kick it backward—there are tons of ways this can be a fun and active game.