This article is about the toy. For the place to test changes on Wikipedia, see Wikipedia:Sandbox. For other uses of the word, see Sandbox.
A sandbox or sandpit is a small area filled with sand made for children to play in. Sandboxes are often rectangular with wooden sides. They can be installed in the gardens of homes. Sandpits are also very popular for making sandcastles. However, some animals use them for litter trays. Sandboxes can be found in most elementary schools[source?]. They can also be made of plastic, and in different shapes.
History
German sand gardens were the first children's toys used by the public. They were brought to the United States at an unknown time, in Boston.