15 Outdoor Play Ideas for Schleich Animals
1. Build a miniature zoo: Create a small-scale zoo for your Schleich animals using natural materials like rocks and sticks. Group your animals in habitats unique to their lifestyles.
2. Obstacle course: Set up an obstacle course for your Schleich animals using things you find around your yard or home.
3. Treasure hunt: Ask a sibling or adult to hide your Schleich animals around the yard and have a treasure hunt to find them all.
4. Nature walk: Take your Schleich animals on a nature walk and observe the different wildlife and habitats. Imagine how your Schleich animal would live in this environment,
5. Picnic: Have a picnic with your Schleich animals and enjoy the outdoors together. Here's a tip: Dinosaurs LOVE peanut butter and jelly sandwiches!
6. Storytelling: Engage in imaginative play by telling stories about your Schleich animals and their adventures.
7. Role-playing: Act out different scenarios with their Schleich animals, such as a safari or rescue mission. Set up an ocean scene with sea creatures, like whales and dolphins, and make believe you're at the beach.
8. Plant identification: Use your Schleich animals to learn about different plants and their uses.
9. Animal identification: Learn about the different animals in your area and use your Schleich animals to identify them.
10. Sensory play: Create a sensory bin with natural materials like sand, water, and rocks, and let your Schleich animals play in it.
11. Photography: Take photos of your Schleich animals in different outdoor settings and create a photo album or scrapbook.
12. Scavenger hunt: Create a scavenger hunt for your Schleich animals to find different items in the yard.
13. Water play: Set up a water table or pool for your Schleich animals to play in and cool off on hot days.
14. Art project: Use your Schleich animals to create nature-inspired art projects like leaf rubbings or animal prints.
15. Camping: Set up a small-scale campsite for your Schleich animals and go on a camping adventure together.
Playing outside with Schleich animals is a great way to encourage creativity and imaginative play while also enjoying the great outdoors. Our list only scratches the surface of the endless possibilities for Schleich animals!