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Introducing Playgrounds, and Hope, to Children Around the Globe
Play is a human instinct. Even kids who’ve never laid eyes on a playground know exactly what to do when presented with one. I’ve worked for Little Tikes Commercial since 2007, so I’m well aware of the many benefits of unstructured play. Recently, however, I had the absolute privilege to see a playground introduced to […]
Community Outreach Event Ideas for Your Local Playground
Community playgrounds and public playgrounds in spots like local parks make great areas to host community outreach events. If you’re looking for community event ideas to raise money, celebrate the season, and bring your community together, a playground is the perfect place. Go ahead and incorporate one of these community outreach event ideas at your local playground. […]
Playground Themes and Custom Design Ideas
A playground theme can transform a common play area into a wonderland for kids. With innumerable options to consider, you may need help choosing a theme. Explore a variety of playground themes in this guide! What Is Themed Playground Equipment? Most playgrounds integrate fun or unique elements to engage kids and stimulate creativity. A themed […]
The Benefits of Free Playtime on the Playground
It is not uncommon to pass a park or playground and see children engaging in various types of play, letting their imaginations run wild. Having an outlet like this is crucial for a child’s psychology. Early childhood is an incredibly important part of human development and making sure to foster the right environment for a […]
Urban Play: How to Design Playgrounds for Inner-City Children
All children — no matter where they live — deserve safe and fun spaces where they can play. Children’s outdoor play is just as important in an inner city as it is in a suburban or rural environment. Children need active play to further their physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development. Plus, time on the […]
How Playgrounds Can Impact Cognitive Development
Cognition isn’t all serious business. Kids can develop their thinking abilities through cognitive play. As they enjoy time on the playground, they can take in new sensory information and develop their ability to reason, communicate, and interact with the world around them. Let’s take a deeper look at what cognitive development looks like in childhood […]
What Is a Nature-Inspired Playground, and How Can It Promote New Forms of Play?
There’s no substitute for time spent playing, learning, and discovering in nature. And yet, many children today are more disconnected from the outside world than ever. On average, American kids get around five to seven hours of screen time a day. Activities like watching TV, playing video games, and using a computer or smartphone keep kids sedentary. While technology can […]
How to Improve Fitness Programs at Schools
Only a third of kids in the U.S. are physically active on a daily basis. Kids are spending an average of seven hours a day in front of computers, tablets, and phones. And with technology becoming more common in everyday life, this number could increase. The problem is that children between the ages of 6 and […]
How Parks Lead to Healthier Cities
Parks are essential elements to urban areas because they give residents and tourists a chance to breathe in fresh air and take a break from city life. These green spaces play a key role in America’s strategy to combat the industrialization common in cities. Urban parks have trees that help to purify the air and […]