Summer is just around corner! Students and teachers are counting down the days until the end of the school year, and parents are wondering- what are we going to do ALL summer!

When spring and summer arrive, we try to take advantage of our outdoor space as much as possible. Here are a few ideas to get your backyard prepped for summer fun and endless hours of entertainment:

Whether your child is a fan of dinosaurs, trucks, or trains, you can easily incorporate small playscapes for their imaginations to roam wild!

(The Puzzles Connection)

(Two Twenty One blog)

(Fun at Home with Kids)

And keep plastic animals or vehicles, which are easy to clean, within reach!

 

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Outdoor art is ALWAYS a good idea! Less mess to clean up (thank you Mother Nature). 

 

(WonderfulDIY.com)

Create an outdoor reading or sitting area for them to escape to.

 

(Let the Children Play)

The possibilities are endless! What are your favorite ways to keep kids entertained in your own backyard?