Easy Pool Party Games For Kids

By Michelle Howe


Pool party games for kids are the perfect accompaniment to a day in the water. When the weather is hot, being in the water is the perfect way to stay cool. Water based games can be very inexpensive with a little creativity. They are also suitable when there are just a couple of kids or an entire group.

An alternative spin on the classic pinata game can be great fun during a pool party. Instead of blindfolding the kids and having them attempt to smack at the pinata blindly, incorporate the pool in to the process. Ditch the blindfold and have the children attempt a swing while jumping into the water. Inside, toys that would float easily can be hidden. This way, nothing sinks to the bottom and no candy gets wet and ruined.

Squirt guns, swim goggles and water toys are all good ideas. A mixture of fun and useful items is the best choice. Candy could also be added as long as it is put in some type of water proof case first. Stores where all of their inventory is only $1 are a great place to stock up on all kinds of cheap items for this game.

The children themselves are a great place to get some ideas. Their creative minds tend to think of cheap trinkets that an adult wouldn't consider. It might be a surprise to find that they are so excited about the same itself that they are fine with he pinata being empty. While the prizes are great, the real fun is in breaking the pinata and splashing into the water.

Another fun game would be to toss a variety of prizes out into the middle of the pool. Make all of the kids wait around the edges until everything has been tossed in, then turn them loose. Just watching all of the chaos as they try to grab arm loads of prizes and swim at the same time can be quiet entertaining for the adults.

Relay style games are another good option for pool side games. Start by tying to ropes to one side and stretching them across to the other side to be tied. The kids can be placed in different teams at this point. Each team must have one person at a time cross the pool on something that floats, as they pull themselves along with the rope. The goal is to get each team member across and back first.

Life jackets could be used in place of inflatables for this activity. They will keep the swimmers from going under and increase their safety. With this option, smaller kids could also participate. As with any water game though, an adult should be close by to monitor for safety and be available for helping.

Regardless of the pool party games for kids that are chosen, safety should always be the first priority. Always choose activities that are age appropriate. Make sure every child is using proper safety equipment while around the water. Above all else, keep a watchful eye in case someone gets in trouble and help is needed immediately.




About the Author: