outdoor play link up - toys in the melt

Backyard outside time can be a challenge when your yard looks like this.

Which is why we have been going for hikes and to the park this week.

But backyard time is convenient and necessary for little ones. So, we got the sand toys back out. The left behind clumps of hardened snow/ice were a great challenge to try and break apart. And the larger piles made for great packing snow.

We also added a new element to their backyard play. Chris used a log we found by a neighbor's curb this past Fall. He cut the log into slices. They have been done for a while but I have been saving them for when the girls's needed a little extra inspiration in the backyard.


The tree "cookies" are great for stacking, adding to snow castles, plates for pretend food, etc. The options are endless!

On to the Feature -

I picked the feature this week because it really spoke to me about the power of outdoor play. Trails, Tents and Tireless Kids used some simple activities to change the mood of their afternoon. Not only can the outdoors work wonders on your children's mood but it can also do a lot to help calm the nerves of stressed and over tired mommas! Head over and see the great outdoor play that this momma used to turn a challenging afternoon into a great end to their day!

How did your kids play outdoors this week?

Share your ideas for outdoor play activities with us! Here’s just a few guidelines for sharing.

• Any kind of children's outdoor play is welcome. If it happened outside, then please link it up!

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• Please remember to link back to this post and help us spread the word about the importance (and fun!) of outdoor play!

• Each week we will feature an activity from the previous week. By contributing you are giving permission for an image and link to your post to be republished 

Comments

[Kierna]

I love the tree cookies - am so impressed that you made them yourselves - and slightly jealous!

[C. Browne (trails tents and tireless kids)]

Thank you Abbie and Outdoor Play link-up for the Trails Tents and Tireless Kids "Feature". It is so true, just a little fresh air can change everything! I am really looking forward to all the new link-ups this week. I really enjoy learning from like-minded outdoor loving bloggers. Thank you for bringing us all together.

[soft toys]

No surprises that they all found homes. They are all just as sweet and huggable as can be. I love them all. So glad it was such a success for you.

[speelhuisjes]

It is really to play with the snow. It is thing that I've to do during my childhood days.