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Adding Playground Lighting to Enhance Safety

Playgrounds and parks are essential for promoting outdoor play that benefits children of all ages and abilities. These spaces should be designed with safety in mind, and lighting makes a significant difference in how well people can navigate the area. Appropriate lighting also helps prevent vandalism, keeping play equipment safe and usable for longer. How […]

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Little Tikes Commercial Partners with The World Of Eric Carle to Bring Children’s Book Characters to Playgrounds

`The Very Hungry Caterpillar’ author’s iconic imagination will come to life in play and learning across North America MONETT, Mo., August 1, 2024 – Little Tikes® Commercial, which designs and manufactures innovative, commercial-grade playground equipment for children of all ages and abilities, today announced a partnership with the World of Eric Carle™, a design-driven licensing and […]

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The Role of Playgrounds in Promoting Physical Literacy

Playgrounds are more than just fun. They are essential in child development for many reasons, from promoting social interaction to encouraging the imagination to boosting physical activity. Only 21% of kids meet their daily 60-minute activity goals. This decline in physical fitness can lead to the loss of confidence and resistance to physical activity throughout people’s lives. […]

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How Playgrounds Stimulate Children’s Senses

Playgrounds are an important part of childhood, providing fun, escape, and a focus on learning through organic play. Because play is an integral and natural part of childhood, it forms an essential part of children’s physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development. One of the most vital facets of play is sensory play — activities that […]

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Benefits of Incorporating Music and Arts Into Playgrounds

You probably know that play is a natural and essential part of a child’s development. With that in mind, it is inspiring to see the evolution of playgrounds and how these dynamic, engaging spaces boost healthy development in children. Part of the innovation in playground areas is incorporating various experiences that hone in on important […]

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5 Reasons to Install an Outdoor Obstacle Course

Outdoor obstacle courses are more than a fun playground feature. Kids can enjoy various benefits from playing on outdoor obstacle courses, from creating exciting adventures to developing their physical fitness. These courses are fully engaging — children can build upper body strength, coordination, creativity, balance, agility, and determination. One of the best parts of adding […]

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Metal vs. Plastic Play Structures

When choosing play structures for your outdoor playground, you’ll come across a few different material choices — mainly wood, plastic, and metal. While each material type comes with various advantages, plastic and metal are often preferred for their durability and longevity. If you’re building a new play space or renovating your current playground, understanding the […]

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Creative Fundraising Ideas for Updating Your Church Playground

Your church is a haven for your community — a place where people and families can gather, share, create and grow. Children are a vital part of this community, and you want to give them their own space to feel inspired and nurtured in the church environment. One way of achieving this is by upgrading […]

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Designing a Playground for Adults

Adults need about 150 minutes of physical activity every day, which can be challenging to achieve for busy parents, tired guardians, and older adults with mobility or health issues. Activities like walking, lifting, jogging, and stretching provide many health benefits, but finding the time and resources to access a fitness center can prohibit people from getting […]

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Innovative Trends in Commercial Playground Equipment Design

Play equipment has the power to make or break a playground. A beautifully located or well-funded playground is nothing if the equipment is outdated, worn down, or unappealing to kids. Engaging, fun, and relevant playground equipment is crucial for a successful playground. Check out some ways you can update or improve your playground with our […]

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