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Creating a Fun Pocket Park for Your Community

Every community deserves a place to play, connect, and breathe, even when space is tight. That's where pocket parks come in. These small but mighty green spaces are transforming urban neighborhoods across the country, giving kids a place to run and…

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Benefits of Music Education in Early Childhood

Playtime should encompass and enhance the developmental skills kids learn in other areas of their lives. Music education is a distinct feature of many school districts. Music classes teach many valuable life skills, so kids can learn and…
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How To Keep Kids Active in the Winter

Kids are naturally full of energy, but the natural response to cold weather is to turn to sedentary activities. With kids' average screen time clocking in at five to seven hours per day, it can be tempting for them to stay in and curl up…
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Guide to Choosing Playground Equipment for Ages 5-12

Playground equipment can delight kids at any age, but kids between the ages of 5 to 12 develop capabilities that might require different functions. Whether they are playing in a school or public park, kids can learn valuable skills during…
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Guide to Choosing Playground Equipment for Ages 2-5

Playgrounds are communal spaces that enable creativity, imagination and development. However, you might notice that a playground built for elementary or middle-school kids is different from those used in preschools or daycares. This is…
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Guide to Upgrading Commercial Outdoor Playground Equipment

Outdoor play and exercise are essential for developing kids, and playgrounds are among the best spaces for kids to get their recommended 60 minutes of physical activity. When playgrounds get older and less exciting, it’s time to consider…
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How to Protect Playgrounds During the Winter

Playgrounds are a beloved part of any school or park. Kids love to climb, slide and swing, letting their imaginations invent new ideas for playtime. Since playground equipment is exposed to all kinds of weather. it is essential to protect…
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6 Ways to Improve Health and Fitness in Your Community

Boosting your community's health and fitness can be challenging, especially since many Americans do not get their physician-recommended amount of exercise. Inactivity and nutritional imbalances can lead to an unhealthy population with…
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A Guide to Different Playground Equipment Surfaces

The type of material used for playground equipment is as essential as the design for kids' safety. Any well-rounded guide to playgrounds should analyze the pros and cons of various material options for the equipment. If you're looking…
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