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The Value of Backyard Play Equipment for Families with Children

Posted by Happy Active Kids on Feb 05, 2023

Backyard play equipment can provide many benefits for families with children.

Promote physical activity: Play equipment such as swings, slides, and monkey bars can encourage children to be active and develop their gross motor skills.

Encourage imagination and creativity: With backyard play equipment, children can use their imagination to create games and adventures, fostering creativity and problem-solving skills.

Provide a safe and convenient play area: A backyard play area can provide a safe and convenient place for children to play, allowing parents to supervise and join in on the fun.

Promote family bonding: Having a play area in the backyard can provide opportunities for families to play together, creating memories and strengthening family bonds.

Increase property value: A well-designed and well-maintained backyard play area can also increase the value of a property.

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The Benefits of Swing Sets for Kids & the Debate on Metal vs Wooden Sets

Posted by Nicola McEnery on Jan 08, 2023

Swinging is a timeless backyard outdoor activity that has been enjoyed by children for generations. Whether you're reliving your own childhood memories or creating new ones with your own kids, swinging on a swing set can provide many benefits for children & families. But what makes a great swing set, metal or wooden?

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Kids Monkey Bars: The Benefits and Safety Concerns for Families

Posted by Happy Active Kids on Dec 07, 2022

Monkey bars are a classic staple of playgrounds and parks, providing kids with endless hours of fun and excitement. However, many parents have concerns about the safety of monkey bars and the impact they have on their children's health and development. In this blog post, we'll explore the benefits of monkey bars for kids, as well as the safety concerns that parents should keep in mind.

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Recycled DIY Christmas Advent Calendar

Posted by Happy Active Kids on Nov 27, 2022

I thought it would be a great idea to make a Recycled DIY Christmas Advent Calendar for the boys to count down to Christmas… and to spare myself the daily nagging of “How many days is it to Christmas?” We made the advent calendar from toilet rolls so it’s a genius way to recycle the toilet rolls we’ve been collecting. Yet another way to reuse and recycle!

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How to make a collage Koala

Posted by Happy Active Kids on Apr 20, 2022

Crafting a koala using the collage technique is really simple and fun – we even gave our Koala a name… Kim! We chose newspapers because its grey, black and white colours are the colours of a koala’s fur. We also use a toilet roll to make the koala’s nose. This is a great way to recycle and reuse materials that would otherwise be thrown away.

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