It’s natural to want to keep your kids inside all winter long, where it’s cozy, warm, and safe. However, getting in some physical activity every day—such as playing outside—is just as important during the colder months as it is during the summertime. Playing outside will also ensure the whole family gets plenty of vitamin D through sun exposure. Getting the kids to put down their screens can be challenging, but with the right children’s toys, they’ll be just as entertained outdoors. Here are just a few winter activities your kids will enjoy. 

3 Outdoor Activities to Do With Your Kids This Winter 

1. Sledding

The next time it snows, bundle everyone up and head to a nearby slope with some quality sleds. Not only is sledding exhilarating, but it’s also a great form of exercise. Grab some hot chocolate on the way home, and your kids will be asking to go sledding the next day instead of reaching for their phones or tablets at home. 

2. Building Snow Forts

Kids love getting into snowball fights, but if you don’t want them to throw snowballs at each other, build a fort instead. If they’re still intent on making snowballs after the fort is finished, head to a toy shop for child-friendly snowball makers and throwers. Let your kids’ imaginations take the lead, and it will undoubtedly lead to a fun game.

3. Playing Sports

Who says you can only play football in the fall or soccer in the spring? If you’ve got the right equipment, playing sports can be a lot of fun in the snow. To get your kids excited about doing so, take them to a children’s toy shop and let them pick out their own sporting goods. Then head to a local park for some unforgettable fun. 

For all the children’s toys mentioned above, head to Toy Box. Located in Mamaroneck, NY, they have the largest selection of toys in all of Westchester County. For more than 40 years, families throughout the area have turned to this toy store for games, action figures, plush animals, puzzles, and crafts. And with their free gift wrapping and free parking, it’s never been easier to stock up on children’s toys for every occasion. Check out their website for a list of children’s toys or call (914) 698-7110 to ask about a particular item.