Nature theme A Nature Themed Playground (sometimes modified to replicate nature) contains a variety of different mini environments providing a child the necessary tools to use their imagination developing their creativity, social skills, and entertaining challenges. Inclusive playgrounds Many children with…
There are many benefits to free playtime and mental health and play time appear to be connected. The power of Play explains how children need to develop a variety of skill sets to optimize their development and manage toxic stress….
Playgrounds are a great way for children to get a healthy dose of physical activity, fresh air and social time with other children their age. To ensure all children can reap the many benefits of outdoor play, it is important…
States known for record high summers can significantly reduce both air and surface temperatures on the playground with the installation of shade. When the temp goes down to a comfortable degree, playground utilization goes up. Make the most out of…
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Why You Need Playground Flooring One of the biggest factors of playground safety is the type of playground flooring below and around playground equipment. Playground flooring helps reduce the occurrence of injuries in children. The number one injury is head…
Simplify the playground planning process by taking advantage of the summer months when students aren’t in session. The beginning of the year is the ideal time to start planning any playground installations or renovations. Budget approvals likely have been made….
You can significantly extend the amount of time you spend in the great outdoors with the installation of sun shade sails. Research shows the installation of shade structures greatly reduces the surface temperatures of equipment like slides, ladders and monkey…
Apartments secure new tenants with amenities like laundry facilities and business centers. While these have become a standard for many complexes, those with additional amenities, that boost healthy living, are the ones that retain tenants for the long term. If…
Get a natural energy boost with outdoor fitness equipment. Studies show those who workout have significantly higher energy levels than those who do not. A study by researchers at the University of Georgia analyzed the link between exercise and energy…
Give your child a gift that keeps giving this holiday season. Get out and play! Perhaps one of the most meaningful and long lasting gifts you can give to your child is the appreciation and enjoyment of outdoor play by…
Ever been on a playground without shade on a hot day? Several pieces of equipment, if not all of the playground surfaces, can get so hot they are not safe to touch. Even on cool days, playground equipment retains massive…
When installing playground equipment, the number one factor to consider is safety. Before you begin, it is important to assess several foundational factors including, the slope, soil quality and nearby vegetation on the playground site. One of the first stages…
Daycare playground equipment is designed to help boost the achievement of young learner milestones. Designed for ages 6 to 23 months and 2 to 5 years, daycare playground equipment is built with safety top of mind. When children play on…
The installation of shade structures extends playtime for children by making the playground a safer place. While playground shade is not required by U.S. regulations, it is highly recommended by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the National Program for…
Studies shows children with disabilities spend on average a significantly less amount of time with peers than other children. ADA compliant playgrounds provide an outlet where all children can play and benefit from socializing with one another. The Americans with…
Whether you are undergoing a renovation or starting from scratch, when it comes time to choose a playground surface, you may want to consider installing rubber playground flooring. This high quality product is durable and once installed, there is little…
Outdoor classrooms provides a hands-on environment for children to discover and learn through experience. Metal shelters and commercial site furniture are a quick and affordable way to make an outdoor classroom. When children learn in the great outdoors, they tend…
With an increasingly sedentary lifestyle in the United States resulting in a great decline in physical activity nationwide, it is more important than ever to prioritize health and well-being. Both obesity and the prevalence of mental health conditions are on…
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Children’s playground equipment is an essential aspect of healthy child development. Outdoor play is a vanishing element of today’s society. Devices loaded with game apps and videos are where most children spend the majority of their time playing. According to…
Reduce cost and increase safety on the playground with rubber mulch playground surfacing. Easy to maintain and highly shock absorbent, the installation of rubber mulch under and around play areas has been shown to greatly reduce the risk of head…
You may have noticed that many urban communities are installing outdoor fitness equipment products along trails and in community park areas. The installation of this equipment has been shown to improve the health and wellness of surrounding residents as well…
Students can play longer outdoors when playgrounds are shaded either by way of playground shade structures or natural tree shade. The surface temperature of equipment and other materials on the playground is significantly reduced when covered by shade, meaning children…