Nature Scavenger Hunt

Create a list of simple items you can find in nature – flowers, rocks, sticks, something red, etc. 

Then go out in the yard, for a walk or to a nearby park and see who can find everything on their hunt list! 

Use photos to make the list for younger kids.

Springtime Obstacle Course

Set up an obstacle course in your back yard or at a local park.

Use items in nature as well as manmade items to create an obstacle course – it may include running, jumping over a log, climbing a tree, etc. 

This is great for using up some of that physical energy that helps ADHD kids (and adults) with regulation!  

Make Nature Crafts

There are all sorts of craft ideas using nature as inspiration.

Doing crafts can be a calming activity while engaging a child’s creativity. Collect and press flowers – look up what they each are.

Painting rocks is always a hit with the kids.

Making villages out of twigs and leaves.

Use your imaginatin (and your kids!)

Gardening With Kids

Gardening can be fun and rewarding for kids of all ages.

Teaching your kids gardening skills helps with responsibility and patience while also providing a great sensory rich experience. 

Start small with seeds in pots.

Let the kids plan a small flower or vegetable garden.

Remember it’s about having fun and connecting!

Spring Bird Watching

Take short walks and spend time looking at birds.

Encourage your kids to observe what birds visit their yard, what birds do they see at the park? The beach?

Keep a journal or photo journal with your kids to track how many different birds you discover!

Cloud Watching and Storytelling

Did you ever lay on the grass as a child and stare up at the clouds?

Try doing it with your kids.

Ask them what the clouds look like, what they might do, encourage them to tell a story – or tell them one!

Ask them what they think clouds feel like – or even taste like!  

Now Is The Time!  

Remember, these activities are not just fun and free – but are designed to engage kids with ADHD in a way that helps them to thrive.  They are activities that, when done together, fully embrace connecting and collaborating with your child. Be flexible, be willing to adjust the activities to fit your child’s needs.  Most importantly have fun!