Welcome to

The Backyard

The Backyard is a playful, nature inspired space designed especially for kids. Drawing on years of experience in Early Childhood Education (ECE) and outdoor education (Outdoor Ed), everything here is created to spark curiosity, creativity, and connection with the natural world.

Explore thoughtfully crafted books, games, and coloring activities as well as shirts, hats, bags, and accessories, all designed to make everyday adventures a little more magical. Kids can also weigh in on what they want to see next through our interactive polls, join the fun by modeling for website photos and earning free merchandise, and enjoy a specially curated kids playlist inspired by nature.

The Backyard is not just a shop. It is a place for little explorers to learn, play, and grow while connecting with the beauty of the outdoors.

For Little Explorers

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For Little Explorers *

A young boy with light brown hair and blue eyes leaning against a tree with a textured bark in a green park, wearing a blue cap that says 'Play Outside' and a gray hooded shirt that says 'mudd + mind'.

The Backyard Shop

This collection is made for kids who are curious about the world around them. The Backyard Shop features nature inspired apparel, books, and creative paper goods designed to spark imagination and encourage outdoor curiosity.

  • Illustrated books created to inspire curiosity, imagination, and a love for the natural world. Stories focus on observation, small discoveries, and gentle exploration rather than fast-paced narratives.

    Each book is designed to feel calm, engaging, and meaningful, offering space for kids to slow down, notice details, and connect with nature through storytelling. Our illustrated books are coming soon.

  • Soft, comfortable T-shirts designed for everyday wear and outdoor play. Each design is inspired by nature, featuring simple illustrations and gentle colors that feel playful without being loud.

    These shirts are made to be worn often, explored in, and passed along. The designs are thoughtful and timeless, encouraging curiosity about the world while remaining comfortable and durable for kids.

  • Interactive and creative fun inspired by the natural world. This collection includes coloring pages, activity books, and simple games that encourage curiosity, observation, and imaginative play.

    Each item is designed to spark exploration, storytelling, and hands-on creativity while keeping things approachable and playful for kids.

  • Everyday items made for outdoor adventures and imaginative play. This collection includes hats, headwear, and lightweight bags designed for comfort, practicality, and fun.

    Each piece features simple, nature-inspired designs and is crafted to be durable and easy for curious kids to use. Perfect for carrying small treasures, exploring outside, or adding a playful touch to daily outfits.

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“Curiosity grows when kids are free to wander, wonder, and imagine. We make these pieces to spark little moments of discovery, creativity, and joy, so every child can explore the world around them with open eyes and playful hearts.”

— Cyrus LaRosche, Founder

Become A Backyard Model


Share your family’s spirit of outdoor exploration! Families can submit their children along with parents or adult family members to model together for our website photos. This helps us capture authentic moments of connection, play, and discovery in nature. Little explorers and their grown-ups alike get to enjoy special perks, including free merchandise when selected and a lifelong discount for ongoing participation. After submitting the form, we’ll send a simple legal agreement for parents or guardians to sign before scheduling photos or sending merchandise. This is a wonderful opportunity to create lasting memories while celebrating your family’s love of nature. Families will also have the chance to see their photos featured on our social media, inspiring other children and parents to explore the outdoors. Modeling together is a fun and meaningful way to be part of The Backyard community, and it helps us continue building experiences that children and families truly enjoy.

A young boy with curly blonde hair looking through binoculars outdoors in a green, sunny park or orchard.

Turn Up the Radio!

Music plays a powerful role in a child’s development, supporting language skills, memory, emotional regulation, and creativity. When paired with time outdoors, music can enhance sensory experiences, encourage movement, and deepen children’s connection with nature. Our Backyard Radio is carefully curated to bring the joy of music into everyday exploration, play, and learning.

Suggest A Song For Backyard Radio

Have a favorite kid friendly nature song your family loves? Share it below and help shape The Backyard Radio. All submissions must be age appropriate, positive, and free of explicit language.

Your Backyard,

Your Say

Two children, a boy and a girl, are sitting on the grass outside near a tree. The boy is wearing a red shirt and shorts, holding a device, and listening with earphones. The girl is wearing a blue shirt and denim overalls, looking at the boy and the device.
Four children playing with bubbles outdoors, with lush green trees in the background.

Interested In Collaborating?

If you create children’s products, books, music, educational resources, or nature inspired

work and feel aligned with the values of Cyrus LaRosche Design, let’s connect and make something meaningful together.

Let's Collaborate