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Backyard games your children will love this summer

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Peter Hubbard watches his children as they play in the yard after school, Sept. 23, 2016.

With remote learning coming to a close, you may have started the search for a way to stay active alongside your children in the upcoming months. Whether you are relaxing on the beach or in the comfort of your own backyard, adding some lighthearted competition is always a hit!

If you are still feeling apprehensive about being inside with friends and extended family, these backyard games are the perfect alternative option.

Keep scrolling for a full roundup of our picks for the best summer outdoor games this season.

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Kids Giant Bowling Lawn Game Set by Hey! Play!

Price: $14.99 · From Walmart

The Kids Giant Bowling Game Set Hey! Play! is the perfect family game for everyone for just about any gathering. Everything your little bowler will need for a strike is in this set, and because it is lightweight and easy to carry, it can be played inside or outside in the backyard, beach, or park. Suitable for 18 months and up.

Yard Dominoes

Price: $60 · From Uncommon Goods

This jumbo set of dominoes is sure to hit the spot at your picnic or park outing with family and friends.

Personalized Four Across Lawn Game

Price: $250 · From Uncommon Goods

Challenge your other half to some lighthearted competition with a lovingly crafted backyard four-across game.

Step2® Kickback Soccer Goal and Pitch Back

Price: $39.99 · From Bed, Bath & Beyond

The Step2 Kickback Soccer Goal and Pitch Back is a fun sports center for your child to practice soccer, hockey and baseball skills. Scoring goals, throwing and catching are as easy as 1-2-3 with the included soccer ball, hockey gear and pitch ball. Suitable for ages 3 and up.

Hey! Play! Giant Wooden Blocks Tower Stacking Game

Price: $105.99 · From Bed, Bath & Beyond

Fill your home with hours of fun with the Hey! Play! Giant Wooden Blocks Tower Stacking Game. Requiring hand-eye coordination and concentration, this game tests your critical thinking. Dice adds a fun new dimension to the game.

Rope Ring Toss Game by Hey! Play!

Price: $19.87 · From Walmart

The Rope Ring Toss Game by Hey! Play! is the perfect game for the whole family, and with its easy set-up and ease of play, it can be played anywhere. The pine wood planks measure 16" long, and the five rope rings measure 5" wide. The game includes a carrying case for easy transport, making this the game you'll want to bring to your next picnic or tailgate.

Tic Tac Toe Bean Bag Toss Game

Price: $16.99 · From Walmart

Take this game set along on a road trip and pull it out when you stop to stretch your legs. This tic-tac-toe game set also is perfect as a wedding reception activity and at a family gathering or a picnic. 

Outside Inside Basecamp All-Terrain Bocce

Price: $39.94 · From Backcountry

Great for tailgating, the beach, camping or the RV! A lighter weight version for a great game on the go. Bright colors are easy to see around the camp site!

Outside Inside Freestyle Barrel Toss

Price: $39.95 · From Backcountry

This fun game is played by throwing and deflecting the flying disk into the barrels. Compact and portable. Quick set-up.

Outside Inside Freestyle Disk Golf

Price: $39.95 · From Backcountry

Play a fun game of mini disc golf with family or friends. This travel size game is a target shooting game or a par-3 round of golf. Can be played indoors or out! Quick set-up.