My preschooler always loved to move! One day we were at the playground and I suggested we do a circus. She was eager to get started! We did another “circus” in our own backyard on our playset and inside as well. This is an imagination game she wants to redo again and again.
The circus is not something that my kids will probably see. Ringling Brothers has stopped its circus after 146 years. Given what we know about animals, it’s probably best to stop putting them through a show. (Although no animals are harmed in Ringling Brothers circus acts, the popularity of watching them as a curiosity has faded.)
But, there is something delightful about showing off and being daring. My daughter also enjoyed watching Dumbo. Personally, I think it’s a rather dumb show (pun intended), but it is a classic and my daughter loves the circus scenes.
Why not do your own circus in your backyard or at the playground?
When we can't play outside, it might be fun to jump into some great circus picture books. Here are just a few.
What other ideas can you think of for your backyard circus?
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