INSIGHT Magazine June 2017 | Page 33

Fun in the Sun! Make your own outdoor-ready game. Tic Tac Toe is enjoyed by kids of all ages, and this is the perfect patio game for summer BBQs. Another favorite for the kiddos is the game of cooties, and large 4x4 dice make it even more exciting. You can cut your dice out of 4x4 poles. Be sure to sand down the rough edges and then paint your spots. No outdoor game party would be complete without Jenga! You’ll need 54 2x4s cut to 10 or 11 inch pieces. Sand each piece so they slide easily. To add extra color paint or dye your wooden game pieces. Finally, upgrade your bonfire hangout with a game of glow in the da rk ring toss. Nail a stake into a flat piece of wood or use wine bottles for multiple targets. Speaking of the outdoors after dark… please allow me to introduce your new best friend. Glow in the dark paint. Use it for anything INSIGHT June 2017 33