We believe the thrill and challenge of the playground belong to every child. A journey of self-discovery shouldn’t have limits, which is why we design play spaces that go beyond accessibility guidelines to bring kids of all abilities together. Our Inclusivity articles explore what it takes to create playgrounds that welcome everyone, from design considerations for children with autism to playgrounds that support kids who are blind, visually impaired, deaf or hard of hearing. We also look at how color, pattern and music can make play spaces more engaging for every child.
Sensory play is a big part of the conversation. You’ll find articles on the benefits of sensory play, how it supports cognitive development, how to prevent sensory overload at school and sensory activities kids love. We also share ways to encourage physical activity for children with Down syndrome, why recess matters for kids with ADHD and how to design age-inclusive spaces where whole families can play together. Because when every child has a meaningful way to play, the whole community wins.
Note: At Miracle Recreation, we’re aware of the ongoing debate in the autism community over the use of identity-first (autistic person) and person-first (person with autism) language. We understand the choice is a highly personal one, especially for individuals in the autism community, so we’ve decided to use a combination of person-first and identity-first language.