Different Ways to Enjoy a Playhouse

When you sit back and reminisce about your childhood, chances are that there is a playhouse somewhere in those memories. Whether it was made out of cardboard boxes or a more sophisticated one made with actual planks and beams, playhouses and clubhouses have forever been most kids’ dream play area. If you think about it, playhouses are really launching pads for imagination, creativity and healthy outdoor fun!

When it comes to creating a magical space for children’s play, few things can compare to the charm and craftsmanship of an Amish-made playhouse. Properly equipped with doors and windows, these beautiful structures provide kids with a super cool scenario for different activities and having it attached to a great playset only adds to the fun!

Here are six fun and creative ways to make the most of your playhouse and turn playtime into unforgettable memories. 

Playhouse Ideas

• Role-playing and Storytelling: One of the most wonderful things about a playhouse is its power to transform into anything your child’s imagination can dream up! Today, it might be a royal castle; tomorrow, a spy’s secret headquarters or even a busy little café serving make-believe treats. Role-playing in a dedicated space fosters social skills, language, cooperation and storytelling. Gather siblings or friends and watch the scenes unfold with each new story they create! A playhouse becomes a permanent stage where imagination takes center spotlight.
• Arts and Crafts Studio: Just like grown-ups, kids sometimes need a dedicated spot to let their artistic creativity flow and a playhouse makes a perfect mini art studio or craft workshop. All you have to do is stock it with paper, colored pencils, watercolors, paintbrushes and clay and watch as it transforms into a cool creative haven! The contained space also helps keep messes manageable while giving children their own safe place to experiment with colors, textures and ideas. It’s a great way to inspire artistic expression and build confidence in little creators!
• Outdoor Learning and Nature Exploration Base: A playhouse can also serve as a space for outdoor learning and nature discovery. You can turn it into a base camp for backyard nature scavenger hunts, where kids collect leaves, rocks, flowers or insects to bring back for closer inspection. You can also encourage children to observe the changing seasons and develop curiosity about the natural world. Sit comfortably still and listen quietly for bird songs and try to identify them later; bring in different leaves and look at them under a magnifying glass; this way, the playhouse turns into something more than just a play space, it becomes an invitation to explore, learn, and connect with nature right there in your backyard.
• Quiet Reading Nook or Homework Spot: A playhouse doesn’t always have to be noisy and active, it can also be a cozy retreat where children find calm. By adding a few cushions, blankets and maybe a rechargeable lamp, the playhouse can become a very welcoming reading nook, perfect for escaping into storybooks. It can also serve as a peaceful spot for doing homework or journaling quietly, without distractions.
• Play and Exercise Zone: One of the many good things about having your playhouse as a part of a playset, is that you have features and accessories that make a small gym out of it, like monkey bars, trapeze swings and rock-climbing walls, to name a few. The playhouse itself can be used as a part of an obstacle course or even kids yoga sessions inside. 
• Tea Parties and Social Gatherings: Your playhouse can be the perfect spot to host mini parties or playdates with friends and family. It’s an intimate setting for small celebrations and for kids, part of the fun is also in decorating and preparing snacks. They practice social skills, like sharing, taking turns and hosting. This playful environment builds confidence and helps children create special memories as they engage in cooperative and imaginative play!

A Playhouse it’s a Place Where Kids Can Dream

A playhouse is more than just a toy, it’s a place where kids grow, learn, imagine and create, so next time your kids head outside, encourage them to try a new way to play with the playhouse. Soon you will see that the perfect blend of Amish craftsmanship and creative play is a gift that keeps on giving.