4 simple and free summer play ideas

Children have as much fun playing with water, sticks or mud as they do with toys. They'll often love it when you get down to their level to join in their play. At other times they'll enjoy playing with a friend - when they're young they'll often play alongside rather than 'with' each other, it's a gradual process (and challenging!) to play together and make compromises, but with practice they'll get better at sharing and taking turns!