Check Out These 7 Ideas for Making Your Backyard Kids-Friendly 

Spending time outside in the backyard is an excellent way for kids to get some fresh air. Staying inside all day watching TV or playing video games can become monotonous and strain the kids’ eyes and minds. So, if you’ve got a good backyard space, why not spruce it up and make it kids-friendly. 

We don’t just mean safe and secure, but also with lots of fun activities and other play setups. Here are 7 ways in which you can update your backyard space and transform it into the ultimate kid-friendly backyard: 

1. Install a New Fence or Screen to Keep the Kids Safe

You can’t always be around to keep an eye on the kids while they play outside. To prevent the kids from wandering out onto the street and leaving the yard, and to prevent outsiders from being able to see inside your yard, you should consider installing a new fence or a screen. The fence should be secured on all sides and tall enough to stop anyone from reaching over it. This way, you can be inside the house or busy with something, and rest assured that the kids are safe in the backyard. 

2. Invest in Some Outdoor Furniture

Sometimes, rolling around in the grass and getting muddy is great fun, but the kids should also have someplace clean and dry to sit on. Grass can be too wet in the mornings, or the kids can get irritating insect bites from staying in the grass too long or later in the evenings. Some backyard furniture would be a good investment. Not only can the kids spend more time outside eating their lunch or doing their homework at a table, but you can also make use of the furniture for entertaining friends and family. 

3. Provide Sun Protection

A bit of vitamin D is excellent, but you also don’t want the kids getting sunburnt or having to reapply sunscreen every hour. A shade for sun protection can be precisely what you need to make your backyard more comfortable. A screen or shade can also allow the kids to be outside on rainy days without getting soaked and catching a cold. 

4. Set Up a Swing Set

A great way to keep the kids entertained and having fun outside is by setting up a swing set. There are many different kinds of swing sets for kids that you can choose from depending on the age of your kids and the kind of materials you want. Not only are swing sets plenty of fun for kids, but they also help the kids get in loads of exercise and develop mentally and physically. 

5. Build a Treehouse 

If someone in your family has good carpentry skills, you can ask them to build the kids a treehouse in the backyard. A treehouse can act as a fun clubhouse or secret spot for your kids to spend time in and will allow their imaginations to run wild. The kids can also help in the building process, which can be a great way for you to spend some quality time together. 

1. Install a Sandbox

Little kids love playing in the sand and don’t get bored of it for hours! IF your kids are younger and love going to the beach, you can bring the beach to your backyard by installing a sandbox. A sandbox wouldn’t take up too much space and be portable. Just add in some sand toys like buckets and spades, and your kids will have a great time making sandcastles. 

7. Remove Dangerous and Toxic Plants

Lastly, we have one more idea for ensuring that the kids are safe while they spend time in the backyard. Kids are known for exploring and touching things they shouldn’t be, including plants. You may have some dangerous or toxic plants in the backyard that you weren’t aware of. For example, hydrangeas, poison ivy, and daffodils can be toxic for humans. 

Thorny or prickly plants like cacti can be quite harmful too. Do your research on the plants growing in your backyard and if any of them are unsafe, remove them immediately. 

Ready for a change? 

Try out these seven ways to make your backyard the ultimate kids-friendly space where your kids can be safe and have loads of fun, too. So what are you waiting for? It’s time to make your backyard kid-friendly and entertaining.