Yard (disambiguation) facts for kids
A yard is a unit of measurement for length, used in some countries like the United States and the United Kingdom. It's a bit longer than a meter. One yard is equal to three feet, or 36 inches. To give you an idea, a yard is about the length of a baseball bat.
Yard can also mean an open space, often around a building. Think of the area around your house or school – that's a yard! People use yards for many things, like playing games, having picnics, or just relaxing. Pets, like dogs, also love to play in yards.
What is a Yard (Land)?
A yard is usually a private area. It's different from wild spaces like forests, swamps, or beaches. The yard ends where these natural areas begin. For example, a school yard is the open space around a school building where students play during breaks.
What is a Yard on a Ship?
On old sailing ships, a yard is a long pole, or spar, that goes across the mast. Sails are attached to these yards. When the wind blows, it pushes the sails, making the ship move. So, a yard helps the ship catch the wind and sail across the ocean.
What is a Brickyard?
A brickyard is a special place where bricks are made or stored. Bricks are building blocks, usually made from clay, that are used to construct houses and other buildings. In a brickyard, workers shape the clay into bricks and then bake them in a very hot oven to make them strong and durable.
See also
In Spanish: Yarda (desambiguación) para niños
