Wild mushrooms have been known to cause serious illness, even death. Another common backyard plant is the oleander, these too are poisonous. Teaching your children not to eat plants, dirt or anything that you have not given him will add a layer of protection. Check with your local poison control for a complete list of poisonous outdoor plants. If you have pets be sure all droppings are cleaned up from the lawn area.
Kids have a way of finding interest in the ickiest things.
You don't want to end the fun playtime to put your child in the bath after they've found an unpleasant remain. Also, keep sandboxes covered so cats do not use them as a litter box. According to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission an estimated 51,000 children are treated in US hospital emergency rooms for backyard playground equipment-related injuries. About 15 children die each year as the result of playground equipment incidents. Most injuries are the result of falls.