Summer is the time when parents get to say, “Go outside and play!” We want our children to get exercise and use their imaginations instead of their eyes and fingers on electronic devices. However, as parents it is our responsibility to create a safe and fun play area for children to play in. For great fun in the sun it is necessary that the planning starts now with these 5 tricks to get your backyard ready for summer.
Fireplace/Fire Pit
Everyone loves a fire and s’mores. Especially children. Consider installing a proper fire area with fire safe stone or a pre-made structure so that you can enjoy this tasty treat with family and friends. You don’t have to be extravagant and spend tons of money when it comes to this upgrade either. Install adequate safety measures to keep children from accidental burns. This is an addition that the whole family will enjoy. With a little sweat and effort your backyard will be a haven for barbeques and spooky campfire stories.
Pool
Taking a dip in your own pool is the ultimate in summer relief. Installing an above ground pool is less accessible to the youngest of children. Many of the above ground options can be purchased at home improvement stores or pool supply retailers. An in ground pool requires professional installation. A locking safety fence should be installed with any type of pool.
Sandbox
When utilizing a sand box in your play area, it is important to include a cover and some type of sun shade. A sandbox with a cover will eliminate the problem of any wandering animals from access, protect the sand from the elements, provide an alternative play area, and ensure safety. The shade can be made out of nearly any material and many sandbox kits come with the sun shade and instructions.
Play Gym
Giving the kids a safe place to climb, swing, hang, and slide is important. Most home improvement stores and lumberyards supply building materials and blueprints for many different models of play equipment. Building the play area yourself allows parents the ability to customize the fun for each child but you can also opt for pre-selected designs from Tree Frogs Wooden Swing Set Factory. With a fun swing set out back for the kids to play on you can be sure that you backyard will be the place to be!
Garden
Planting a garden with the children is a fun family activity that teaches valuable lessons. Children love to watch the progress of the growing process, cultivating, and harvesting. Introducing a garden to your yard is as easy as filling a few old tires with some dirt and planting seeds. Mother Nature and the children will do the rest.
When it comes to outside fun in the summer, it is often hard to keep children entertained. By implementing these five tricks to get your backyard ready for summer, you will be the hero parent who knows how to have fun!