#83: Look Through Binoculars

What does the world look like through binoculars?



Bird watchers love binoculars because often birds fly away if bird watchers get too close. If they have binoculars, they can get a good look at the plumage (feathers) on the bird in order to identify what kind of bird it is.

Safety first: DO NOT look at the sun or other bright lights through binoculars, it could damage your eyes.


This activity promotes curiosity about the world.

#82: Search for Sea Glass

Sometimes people throw bottles in the ocean or sea. When they break, they either remain sharp (and bad for bare feet!) or become sea glass. If bits of broken glass stay in the ocean long enough, it gets worn down by sand and waves. Sea glass is what we call the worn down pieces. These pieces are smooth and no longer sharp. Sometimes you can find bits of pottery washed up on shore too. See what you can find on the beach.

Safety First: When playing or exploring near the water, make sure you have an adult with you and play safe!


This activity promotes environmental awareness and visual identification skills.

#81: Yo-yo Tricks

Do you have a yo-yo, but don't know what to do with it?



Learn some tricks like 'walk the dog' and 'rock the baby' on the How Stuff Works website. Follow this link to learn yo-yo tricks.

Be patient and have fun!


This activity promotes motor skills, timing and coordination as well as independent learning.

#80: Spoon Water Races

This game is best played outside as things can get a bit wet.

You will need a couple of friends, some water, containers and some spoons. The idea is to empty one small container of water into another. The trick is, you can only use a spoon to take the water from one container to the other. The further the containers are apart, the harder it will be. See who can get the most in the empty container, the fastest.

HINT: This is a great game for birthday parties.


This activity promotes fine motor and gross motor coordination as well as balance.

#79: Sing Every Song You Know

How many songs do you know? Sing them all! Sing them loud! Sing them in the car and drive your parents nuts!


This activity promotes musical skills and memory utilization.