Create Pretend Play Bins for Your Backyard Playset
A backyard playset is more than just swings and slides—it’s a gateway to endless adventures! With a little imagination, your child can sail the seas on a pirate ship, rule a magical kingdom, or explore outer space. And the best part? You can spark their creativity with simple pretend play bins filled with items you already have at home.
Why Is Pretend Play So Important?
Beyond the laughter and fun, imaginative play helps children develop crucial life skills. It boosts social interaction, enhances language development, encourages emotional expression, and fosters independence. Most of all, it nurtures creativity that will benefit them for years to come. Who knew a cardboard sword could be so powerful?
3 Easy Pretend Play Bins to Ignite Imagination
These simple bins will inspire hours of creative play and transform your Backyard Fun Factory playset into a world of possibilities.
1. School Bin
Class is in session! All you need is paper and pencils to start, but you can take it to the next level with these fun additions:
Chalkboard and eraser for pretend lessons
Crayons, a ruler, and play glasses
A school bell attached to the playset fort door for recess time
Kids can teach each other or line up their favorite stuffed animals for a classroom full of eager students.
2. Costume Bin
Dress-up play is a classic for a reason. Fill a bin with these items to encourage kids to step into different roles:
Old Halloween costumes or dress-up clothes
Hats, scarves, capes, and fun shoes
Let your kids choose a few favorite items to make it extra special
One minute they’re a superhero; the next, a daring explorer. The possibilities are endless!
3. Props Bin
The right prop can turn an ordinary afternoon into an epic adventure. Here are some fun, easy-to-find items to get started:
Play camera, magnifying glass, or cardboard sword
Sunglasses, seashells, flashlights, and animal ears
Restaurant menus and a cash register for make-believe businesses
Many families love the lemonade stand on their Backyard Fun Factory playset. It’s perfect for hosting backyard lemonade sales, and it also doubles as a puppet theater with the addition of a curtain!
Grow Their Imagination as They Grow Their Bodies
Our playsets are designed to grow with your family. With customizable swing-set additions and unique accessories, you can keep the fun fresh year after year. Whether it’s a new climbing wall, a telescope for your little stargazer, or a lemonade stand for imaginative play, the adventure never has to end.
Check Out Our Pretend Play Additions here
Start building your child’s next adventure today. Create your pretend play bins and explore the exciting swing-set additions from Backyard Fun Factory. Together, we’ll keep the imagination alive and the laughter going for years to come!
FUN Is Our Middle Name!
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