One of the most common questions intentional parents are asking today when it comes to limiting screen time is: “how do I motivate my child to play outside?” And “why won’t my kids play outside?” We know that we want our kids offline and outdoors, but after years of exposure to screen time, this is often easier said than done. We’ve got empty neighborhood streets, shorter recesses at school, and kids who are more comfortable navigating our smartphones than our backyard. Let’s change that, Mama! I’ve got ideas to make your backyard kid friendly, tips for how to get your reluctant kids to play outside, and easy outdoor play space hacks that won’t cost you much time or money.