Looking for a fun way to get the kids off the screens and out into the fresh air? Take on our 30-Day Kids Outdoors Challenge — a simple daily activity to enjoy in nature, whatever the weather. You can start on any day of the year, no special dates required, and there’s something for kids of all ages.
Each day brings a new, easy activity — from splashing in puddles to building a bug hotel to reading a book under a tree. Some days are just for fun, and every week or so there’s a little milestone message to help keep everyone motivated.
Grab your wellies (or your sun hat!) and join in. Don’t forget to share your adventures with us on Instagram using the hashtag #mktkidsathome — we love seeing how families get on.
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Take Part in the Kids Outdoors Challenge
Ready to get started? Here’s the full list of daily activities, with a few helpful links along the way to give you extra ideas and inspiration.
Day 1: Make an obstacle course in the garden
Day 2: Splash in a puddle
Day 3: Smell a flower
Day 4: Make mud pies
Day 5: Do some cloud watching
Day 6: Go for a walk
Day 7: Great start to the challenge!
Day 8: Make daisy chains
Day 9: Go on a sound hunt
Day 10: Make wild art using sticks, stones and leaves
Day 11: Play a game of rounders or football
Day 12: Build a bug hotel
Day 13: Measure a tree
Day 14: You’re doing great — week 2 under your belt!
Day 15: Do some leaf rubbings
Day 16: Go on a bug hunt
Day 17: Plant some seeds
Day 18: Do outdoor painting with water and brushes
Day 19: Try skipping 100 times in a row
Day 20: Have a picnic outside
Day 21: Keep up the good work — week 3 done!
Day 22: Go on a nature scavenger hunt
Day 23: Make sun shadows
Day 24: Blow some bubbles
Day 25: Get arty with pavement chalk
Day 26: Take some books outside and read under a tree
Day 27: Go for a cycle or a scoot
Day 28: Amazing what you’ve done this month!
Day 29: Make a nature diary or scrapbook
Day 30: Play hopscotch
Day 31: You did it — well done!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do we need to start on a particular day?
No — this challenge works any time of year. Simply start on Day 1 whenever suits your family and work through the list at your own pace.
What age is the challenge suitable for?
Most of the activities suit a wide age range, from toddlers to older primary school children. Younger kids may need a bit more help with things like measuring a tree or planting seeds, while older kids can take on most days independently.
What if we miss a day?
Don’t worry — just pick up where you left off. This is meant to be fun, not a strict schedule, so skip, swap or repeat days as it suits your family.
Do we need any special equipment?
No — most days use things you’ll already have at home, like chalk, paper, string or a magnifying glass. A few days suggest simple extras such as bubbles or a skipping rope.
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Enjoyed the Challenge?
If your family loved getting outdoors this month, why not browse more of our outdoor activity ideas to keep the adventures going? Save this page so you can come back to it whenever you fancy a fresh batch of outdoor fun.
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