10 Exciting Summer Water Games for Preschoolers

Preschoolers can stay cool with these summer water games. Get them moving and work on important skills while having tons of fun!

I don’t know a kid who doesn’t love playing in the water. They love splashing, pouring, and squirting water on long, hot summer days.

The activities featured below are perfect for kids ages 3-6!

Make Sponge Water Bombs

Have you ever made sponge water bombs with your kids? If not, check out this super simple tutorial.

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Sponge and Water Fun Ideas

Turn a hot afternoon into a memorable one with these simple ideas for summer water fun with young children. All you need is a sponge, bucket, water and a hot day!

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Science by the Pool

Turn the pool into a science lab! Fun, no-prep science activities to do with your kids, even in a kiddie pool!

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Gross Motor Water Transfer

Get kids moving with this fun gross motor water transfer activity that is simple enough for toddlers to participate in.

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Animal Washing Station

A fun outdoor water activity that will keep your child stimulated for hours! Dirty up your animals and have your child wash them off!

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Disney In Ice Escape Water Table STEM

When you freeze some miniature Disney toys (or Littlest Pet Shops, LEGO mini-figs, etc.), you can add them to your outdoor water table for some fun STEM play for toddlers and preschoolers.

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Summer Lemon Sensory Bin

When life gives you lemons, make an awesome summer lemon-themed sensory bin in your water table or a tub full of water.

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Summer Activities: Water Balloon Pinata

Your kids are sure to squeal with delight when you set up a fun water balloon pinata in the backyard.

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Water Play: Sorting Land and Water Animals

Combine math (sorting) and science (animals) with water play in this interactive sorting game for preschoolers!

Tara

Tara is the brains behind Homeschool Preschool, where her journey from preschool and public school teacher to homeschooling mom of three fuels her passion for early childhood education. With a blend of expertise and firsthand experience, Tara’s writings offer practical tips and engaging resources to support families in creating meaningful learning adventures at home.