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Kids don’t outgrow slides as quickly as you might think in fact, the right slide grows with them. From those first wobbly toddler climbs to full-speed races during the tween years, a well-designed slide becomes a long-lasting source of confidence, creativity, and outdoor adventure. Discover why slides stay fun for years, what makes a great long-term play investment, and how Funky Monkey Bars keeps the thrill alive at every age.
There’s a reason playground slides have stood the test of time. From local parks to your own backyard, they’re one of the most loved and most used pieces of playground equipment. And it’s not just about fun. And if you’ve been wondering whether you can bring all those developmental benefits home, the answer is yes. With the right setup, you can have your very own slide that’s safe, space-smart and built to last.
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After school is a reset window for children. They have spent the day following rules, focusing and managing emotions, so the transition home needs rhythm and room to breathe. A simple routine that starts with a snack, some movement outside and time to settle helps kids recharge and reconnect. When children can release their energy and feel supported, afternoons become calmer, homework feels less overwhelming and family time becomes more enjoyable
Readiness for monkey bars isn’t about age; it’s about stability, grip strength and confidence. If a child can hang for a few seconds, shows curiosity and enjoys climbing, they’re ready to start building skills. Start low, support their attempts and celebrate every small win. The goal is not just crossing bars — it’s developing strength, coordination and belief in their own abilities.
When children have access to varied outdoor play equipment, they naturally build core strength, balance, coordination and confidence. A well-designed backyard setup creates opportunities for both structured challenges and imaginative free play — an ideal combination for physical and emotional development.
Boredom is not a gap in a child’s day — it's a doorway. When children experience unstructured moments, their brains begin making creative connections, building emotional resilience and strengthening problem-solving skills. Outdoor play equipment like monkey bars creates the perfect setting for this growth. Kids move, imagine, collaborate and challenge themselves — all without adult instruction. When we resist the urge to fill every quiet moment for them, we give them space to develop lifelong confidence and independence.
Monkey bars are all fun and games — until little hands show big blisters. If your kids love swinging, climbing and testing their strength, you’ve probably seen a few sore palms. Don’t worry — there are simple ways to protect tiny hands while still letting them play like the fearless little ninjas they are. Learn how to prevent blisters from monkey bars and keep the backyard adventures going strong with happy, confident grip-builders.
Keeping kids active in winter isn’t just about burning off energy (though that’s a bonus). It supports their immune systems, boosts mental wellbeing, and helps fend off the winter blues. And with the right setup, your backyard can stay open for business all season long.
Ready to turn winter into your family’s secret superpower? Here’s how.
Got a little ninja in the house? One who’s always climbing the couch, swinging off doorframes, and turning your hallway into a full-speed obstacle course?
Whether you’ve got a big backyard or just a cosy corner of lawn, creating your ninja setup is simpler than you think, and way more exciting than another round of ‘Please put the iPad down.’
Getting the kids off screens and into the backyard can feel like a daily battle. But with the right setup, your backyard can become the place where your kids want to hang out all day long. We’ve pulled together five backyard playground ideas that turn ordinary yards into imagination zones, energy burners and family bonding stations.
The best answer to what to do with kids in the school holidays is right outside your back door. So if you're stuck for inspiration, here are 8 easy, screen-free ideas to make the most of the break, without leaving your postcode.
When you’re setting up the ultimate backyard playground, choosing the right surface might not be the first thing that gets your heart racing. Explore the best backyard playground surface options for comfort, safety and outdoor play. Compare grass, mulch, turf and more to create the ideal play space for your family.
Summer playtime should be all about fun, not overheated complaints. With the right shade solutions, you can transform your backyard into a cool, inviting space where kids can play for hours—even on the hottest days.
Funky Monkey Bars is here to help you build a backyard setup that keeps up with your kids from preschool to the teenage years (and yes, even adulthood too). Make outdoor play last a lifetime. Funky Monkey Bars are built to grow, built to last, and built right here in Australia.
With the right setup, and a little outside-the-box thinking, you can turn even the tiniest yard into a kid-powered adventure zone. Climbing, swinging, flipping upside down... It's all possible, even when space is at a premium. Here are our top small backyard setup ideas for families who want to make the most of what they’ve got, without compromising on fun.
If your kids are anything like ours, they’re bouncing off the walls within minutes of being stuck inside. So why not turn that restless energy into outdoor adventure, even on cold or damp days? Learn how to weatherproof your backyard for nonstop fun with help from Funky Monkey Bars.