The second the weather turns sunny and bright, it’s time to get the kids off ... backyard is the best place to be when the weather gets hot, provided you have toys and outdoor games.

That could mean installing a deck, springing for a built-in grill or putting in an outdoor playset to (ideally) keep your kids busy for hours. But is an outdoor playset worth the expense?

The best outdoor toys keep your kids happy playing outside all day. There are many benefits of outdoor play for children and their development, says Dr. Danielle Budash Newkam, a psychologist and ...