A balance beam is a simple piece of equipment that can help preschoolers build and perfect a number of different skills – everything from basic balance, to core muscle strength, to patience, and coordination.  A balance beam can easily be used indoors or outdoors, and the best part is that they are really easy to make. In Lieu of Preschool has a great tutorial for a simple balance beam, go check it out and have fun with your new classroom balance beam!