Appropriate age group:
Preschool and Younger
Elementary School

Time needed:
Half Day

Type of weather:
Rainy

Description:
Beanies work really well if you aren't a serious collector and worry about their condition. If you have some of the knockoffs, they work just fine, too.

Have everyone sit in a circle and toss the beanie from one person to another, never knowing where it's going to end up. It's a lot of fun for all the kids and keeps them occupied for absolutely no money.

Other comments or suggestions:
Courtesy of "Warm Weather Boredom Busters" at familycorner.com magazine