Home Outdoor Fun Everybody Into the Pool: 4 Games Sure to Make a Splash by Amber GuetebierMarch 9, 2016 Search more like this pool gamessharkpolopoolgameswimunderwaterbreathtreasurewater gamesplayfuntoyread Advertisement Trending Now Food & Drink General Mills Is Bringing Back 4 Classic Sugar Cereals That Your Mom Never Let You Eat Viral & Trending Cat Sneaks into Family Car & Joins Their Road Trip, Becomes Instant Celebrity Viral & Trending Weatherman Discovers His Map Is a Touchscreen and His Reaction Is So Pure Celeb & Entertainment Serena Williams Announces Retirement: ‘If I Were a Guy, I Wouldn’t Be Writing This’ Celeb & Entertainment ‘Bluey’ Season 3 is Coming to Disney+ This Week! Advertisement Once your kiddos have started swimming and are comfortable in the water, let the games begin. These 4 classic water games are simple, require little to no props and can be adapted for kids of varying abilities. Read on for some aquatic action they’ll love as much as you did.photo: Phalinn Ooi via flickr Marco PoloThis game requires at least 2 people but is more fun with a small group of about 5. One person is “Marco” and said person must keep their eyes closed while saying “Marco!” and listening for the rest of the players to respond with “Polo!” The first person to be tagged becomes the new Marco. For younger kids, this is best to play in the shallower end of the pool until all players are confident swimmers. Or make it a “floatable” game and let all the kids be in their own little boats. Parents and kids can become teams as both Marco and Polo or choose an adult to be Marco.Sharks & MinnowsThis game is challenging for 3 or 4 people, and quite a bit livelier for a small group. One person is chosen to be the shark. When they shout, “Minnows!” all the other swimmers must get into the pool and swim to the opposite end without being tagged by the shark. The first person the shark tags becomes the shark in the next round.WhirlpoolThe bigger the group for this, the more fun but even a small crew can make a whirlpool happen at home. Keep this one to the shallow part of the pool where they can stand. Have everyone get start to walk in a circle in the same direction. Slowly, the water will start to pick up the current and create a mini whirlpool. Once a whirlpool is in effect, lift up your feet and float in the current. As soon as it slows, start to walk again. Repeat.Diving for TreasureThis game requires kids to be able to dive underwater with their eyes open, so be sure all the players are strong swimmers who can hold their breath. You’ll probably want some goggles on hand for this one. Little ones who can’t do this safely can be the treasure scatter-er. Get a few shiny objects: a large coin, a white stone, a toy that you know will sink, etc. Toss the object into the pool, then let the seekers in to find the different treasures. Be sure and supervise closely any child holding their breath underwater, and always discourage diving, especially in the shallow end.What classic games do you play with your little swimmers? Share with us in the comments below.—Amber Guetebier Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)Click to share on Copy (Opens in new window) Search more like this pool gamessharkpolopoolgameswimunderwaterbreathtreasurewater gamesplayfuntoyread Welcome to our Tinybeans family! Be sure to check your email for new activities, recipes and parenting hacks – and to see if you’ve won! Do you have a dog or cat? Select YES below and click submit to start receiving FREE pet ideas and inspiration, news about new pet products, exclusive offers and limited-time promotions. Yes, I have a pet! Submit GET READY FOR SUMMER! Enter to Win a $250 Gift Card! Enter your email and zip code below for a chance to win a Mastercard Gift Card. We’ll pick one winner per month through August 31, 2022 – 5 lucky winners in all! email zip_code campaign_name Enter Now! I agree to the official rules and to receive email communications from Tinybeans. By providing my email address, I agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience possible. Accepting the use of cookies enables important site functionality including personalization and analytics. Accept Decline Create an account to save this content on Tinybeans Choose how you would like to sign up. Continue with Apple Continue with Facebook Continue with Google or Continue with Email By signing up, you agree to Tinybeans Terms of Service and acknowledge you have read and agreed to our Privacy Policy. Sign in to your Tinybeans account Don’t have any account? Create an account here. Forgot your password? Reset it here. Sign In or Continue with Apple Continue with Facebook Continue with Google Personalized recommendations Tinybeans uses personal information to share useful recommendations and ideas for your family. This may include your previous activity, family profile and your hometown. Tinybeans keeps your data safe and does not sell personal information to any third party. Learn more about your privacy and location choices. Close
Celeb & Entertainment Serena Williams Announces Retirement: ‘If I Were a Guy, I Wouldn’t Be Writing This’