Most young children like to build sand castles when they are at the beach. Kids quickly learn that the easiest place to build a sand castle is closer to the water where the damp, smooth, hard-packed sand is easier to shape and form. It offers a better foundation and is easier to build upon.Sometimes you might find the parents helping them, but more often, the parents are sitting back watching or reading a book. I believe in part this is because adults do not like meaningless work. ...