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The Best Backyard for Kids

The Best Backyard for Kids

Jason Craycraft • May 16, 2023

The start of school is approaching quickly and we all know how much energy the kids have after sitting inside a classroom all day. Beat the after-school blues with a great kid-friendly backyard that will get your kids out from in front of the television and outside playing!

Follow Our Ten Awesome Backyard Additions That Make Your Yard the Best in the Neighborhood!

1. For the Balanced Child!

Create a balance beam to add a challenging course of balance in your backyard. Use recycled posts and pallet boards for a DIY solution.

2. New Heights for Kids!

Build your kids their very own climbing wall. Place a sand pit or mats at the bottom for safety and watch your kids grow to new heights with a rock climbing challenge.

3. Inspire Music Making!

This awesome drum station is extremely easy to set up and is fun for kids of all ages! And it sounds great in the rain!

4. Outdoor Checkers – A Game You Will Even Enjoy!

Create a place for special awareness and competitive edge with an outdoor checkers course. Use recycled brick and pavement pieces to create your own awesome outdoor checkers board. You can even turn this into a chess station as kids get older!

This pallet recycled swing is perfect for after-school reading and naps. Easy to make and precious, you and your kid will love this DIY backyard swing!

6. Outdoor Art for the Creative Kid Heart!

This cool outdoor chalkboard is fun and will give your child a creative outlet. The rain will wash away the old chalk drawings or you can simply hose it down for new creations on the daily.

7. Backyard Forts!

There is no place a kid enjoys more than their very own backyard fort. Put your own imagination to good use and connect with your inner child to design the perfect fort for your little ones.

8. Old School Swinging

A good old tire swing can’t be beat. Install one in your backyard for a fun day swinging with the kids. Makes for a great photo opportunity too!

9. Inspire Adventure and Balance with a Slackline!

Build a backyard slackline that the whole family can enjoy! A slackline promotes concentration, balance, core and breathing awareness – plus, it is a super fun activity!

10. King of the Mountain!

Get old tires, paint them bright colors and create a mountain of fun for your kids!

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