(NC) Outdoor sports are the highlight of every little athlete's summer, giving them the chance to play outside and soak in the beautiful weather. Help your little ones enjoy their time outside as much as possible by following these five outdoor tips for summer weather:

Create a summer sports kit. Make sunscreen a piece of safety equipment — you wouldn't forget your cleats for soccer, so don't forget your sunscreen when playing outside. Put together a summer sports kit that will accompany your kids to every practice, game and outdoor play session. Include a hat, sunglasses, a water bottle, light clothing and sunscreen that they can grab as they walk out the door.

Choose a sunscreen that can keep up with them. New Banana Boat Sport for Kids Sunscreen Lotion Spray contains PowerStay Technology that helps sunscreen stay on during activity. The tear-free, sweat-resistant formula will help kids stay protected from the sun's rays, so their focus can stay on the game.

Pick snacks that offer hydration. Did you know that according to the Hospital for Sick Children, kids are more prone to dehydration than adults? Along with making sure that your kids have plenty of water while playing sports, pack your cooler full of snacks that have a high water content. Examples include orange and cucumber slices, watermelon, strawberries and celery sticks.

Apply sunscreen to often-missed spots. Applying sunscreen to the face and arms is obvious, but those hard-to-reach, easy-to-miss spots are often the ones that get burned. Apply sunscreen to your kids' ears, the backs of their necks, and the tops of their feet if exposed. Remember to reapply sunscreen at least every two hours.

Take breaks. Playing all day in direct sun is not recommended. Make sure that your kids take breaks between activities, especially when the sun is at its peak in the mid-afternoon. Have them move indoors or into a shaded area and drink plenty of water.

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