Took way longer than I expected but my 9 and 11 year old helped with pretty much every step. Got them doing actual work—measuring, nailing, problem solving when something didn't fit right. They're so proud of it. Every day after school they go up there. Best investment I've made in their summer honestly. Plus they're outside instead of on their devices. Win-win
How long did the whole project take start to finish? Genuinely asking because I want to attempt something similar with my 8 and 10yo but I'm worried about commitment level.
The problem-solving piece is huge. They hit a wall, figured it out, felt accomplished. That's more valuable than any toy you could buy them. And now it's their private club spot.
This is what summer should be. You didn't just build a treehouse, you built confidence in two kids that they can actually make things. They're going to use that mindset in other areas.
This is incredible. The kids learning actual practical skills is the invisible benefit here. They're going to remember this forever—not just the treehouse but knowing they BUILT something.
Okay but real talk—how did you keep them focused and not just frustrated? My kids lose patience after like 10 minutes of actual work.
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The 'every day after school' thing tells me everything. They didn't just help, they actually feel ownership. That's the win right there.