As others have mentioned, clover can be a great substitute for grass that still allows your kids to play. You can mix in wildflowers along the edges or certain

As others have mentioned, clover can be a great substitute for grass that still allows your kids to play. You can mix in wildflowers along the edges or certain areas of the yard, and flowering shrubs that attract pollinators. Berry bushes can also be a great addition. If you really wanna provide an educational experience for the kids, add butterfly host plants for butterfly/moth species that live in your area. I planted milkweed for Monarchs last year and it was a very rewarding experience to raise the caterpillars through the lifecycle with my preschool aged kids. This year I've planted a lot more milkweed, as well as dill (for Black Swallowtails).