From day one, a child's brain is wired to use their senses to explore the world around them. Even before they can talk, babies make noise, put things in their mouths and grab anything they can get their hands on. As kids grow older, this…

Children play many classic outdoor games on school playgrounds, many of which have been played for generations, and some are new for this generation of youngsters. Kids love playing, whether it’s during recess, after school, on the…

Teamwork is a vital part of everyone's life. From daycare to school to work, everyone needs to learn how to work with others, consider others' opinions and cooperate to reach a shared goal. On the playground, kids of all ages can engage in…

Balance and coordination are highly important skills that typically develop throughout childhood. These skills impact many aspects of our day-to-day lives, from playing competitive sports to getting dressed in the morning. With…

A playground offers so much more than just fun play equipment. Kids learn about themselves and the world around them while playing on a playground. Friendships form, memories are made and life lessons are learned, all while kids have…

Whether you have a big group of kids to entertain or just a few, you may find yourself looking for ways to minimize physical contact while they play. Non contact games can be a great way to include everyone, regardless of ability, while…

If you are thinking about updating a playground for your school, park, church or community center, it is a good idea to consider the needs of kids who are hearing impaired. Those with cochlear implants and hearing impairments have unique…

  Kids deserve to play, and that fact shouldn’t be affected by a disability — that’s why it’s important to have playgrounds and parks that are accessible to kids who are blind or otherwise visually…

We live in a fast-paced world. Take New York City, for example. With millions of people bustling around the same city limits, loud sounds battling for attention and LED visuals competing to stand out, it can be a lot to handle. Sensory…