Since 1927, Miracle® Recreation has understood the importance of outdoor play spaces and playgrounds. Over the years, we’ve been creating innovative designs and developing playground equipment for school-aged kids. Our playground designs, such as caterpillar, turtle, ladybug and jungle animal equipment, bring the thrill back to outdoor spaces and shape the future of play. Our sculpted play elements are unique structures that can fit a range of facilities, environments and budgets.
With options ranging from coral reef climbers to alligators, we’ll help you create a safe and thrilling playground that kids of all ages will love.
Benefits of Including Animals in Your Playground Design
Most kids have an interest in and a love for animals. Whether you are reconfiguring a current playground or preparing to design a brand-new one, there are several benefits of including animal playground equipment like turtles and ladybugs in your plan.
These eye-catching animals will encourage kids to:
- Get outside and be active: Given today’s indoor distractions and electronics, it can be hard to encourage kids to get outside and move around. An innovative and visually appealing playground filled with caterpillar equipment, for example, will grab their attention. Playground animals help get kids outdoors and enjoying the fresh air and sunshine, which can enhance their health and overall well-being.
- Socialize and take part in imaginative play: Because of how realistic our playground animals look, kids of all ages will be able to let their imagination and self-expression run wild. Whether they are pretending to be a zookeeper or go on a safari adventure, they’ll be able to socialize and play together while stimulating their imagination.
- Take part in hands-on learning: Hands-on learning encourages a deeper understanding of and passion for a variety of topics. Kids can learn a great deal about nature and biology by exploring the outdoors and learning more about the animals they are playing with on the playground. This kind of play can promote discussions about conservation and the environment, helping kids develop a sense of responsibility and appreciation toward wildlife.
From black bears in a forest to pufferfish swimming deep in the ocean, our sculpted play elements will complement your playground design and capture the interest of kids of all ages.
Playground Animals for Any Space
When designing new playground animals for your space, our team will work with you and take into consideration everything from the location of your desired playground to input from any stakeholders. We design playground animals for any space, allowing them to be easily adapted for a range of facilities and outdoor play areas, including:
- Parks and recreation
- Schools
- Daycares
- Churches
- Urban environments
- Neighborhoods and HOAs
Whether you want to make a statement or encourage active play in your community, we can help you achieve your goals. Our playground animals can spark creativity and learning in any setting.
We can also work with you to customize animal-themed equipment that reflects the unique aspects of your space, creating a more immersive play experience. When you incorporate these sculpted play elements, you promote a more vibrant, educational playground that fosters a love for nature and exploration.
The Developmental Benefits of Animal Playgrounds
While animal playgrounds can be a visual focal point that encourages active play, they also contribute to kids’ overall development. These playground installations foster growth in key areas including:
- Physical development: Climbing, crawling and balancing on playground animals encourages kids to engage their muscles and improve their coordination and strength. These activities promote a healthy lifestyle from an early age.
- Cognitive skills: Encountering various animal shapes and features stimulates curiosity, encouraging kids to explore and learn about different species and their habitats. This engagement fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills as kids navigate their surroundings.
- Social interaction: Animal playgrounds create a collaborative environment where kids can engage in imaginative play scenarios, such as pretending to care for animals or embarking on a jungle adventure. This type of play encourages communication, teamwork and the development of empathy as kids learn to work together and share their experiences.
By incorporating animal-themed equipment, you can create a dynamic and enriching play environment that captivates children’s imaginations while supporting their developmental needs. With Miracle Recreation, you can shape a playground that inspires creativity and fosters a love for nature.
Our Promise
Regardless of which playground animals you choose, we promise that each one will be:
- Budget-friendly: We make it simple to invest in imaginative playground equipment. With fair pricing and partnerships that can provide eligible buyers with financial support, we’ll work closely with you to find equipment that fits within your budget.
- Top-quality: Our entire collection of playground animals has been designed by experts. Our extensive playground design experience — combined with the high-quality materials we use to create our play elements — ensures each animal is long-lasting and delivers a great return on your investment.
- Safe: Miracle Recreation is dedicated to providing kids with age-appropriate playground equipment. We meet or exceed safety performance specifications from CPSC, CSA, ASTM International and EN. We also test each product thoroughly before it arrives at your playground. Our playground animals are designed with children’s well-being in mind, so they can explore and play with confidence.
- Durable: Regardless of the environment where you place your playground animals, we’ve designed them to be durable and withstand any weather conditions, from harsh sun to rain and snow. You can leave our playground animals in place and expect them to stay fully functioning year after year. With minimal maintenance required, you can focus less on upkeep and more on playtime.
Why Choose Our Playground Animals?
Miracle Recreation stands apart for several reasons. Most importantly, we provide high-quality playground equipment you can count on. Our playground animals are made of glass fiber reinforced plastic (GFRP), which is much lighter and friendlier to the touch than glass fiber reinforced concrete (GRFC) products. Less weight means they are easier to install and less costly to ship. This material delivers several additional benefits, including:
- GFRP has a very high strength-to-weight ratio, with tensile strength similar to steelmir
- Low weights per square foot mean faster installation and lower shipping costs for you
- Our UV-resistant materials withstand the sun’s harsh rays
- Non-porous construction prevents freeze and thaw cracking as compared to similar concrete products
We’ll work one-on-one with you to design a playground that fits your space, budget and needs. You’ll be able to easily design themed playgrounds as well as choose from a wide range of colors to customize the look of your animals.
Request a Quote and Start Building an Animal Playground Today
The team at Miracle Recreation is here to bring your playground vision to life. With your new visually appealing playground, you can attract families to your play area and encourage kids to stay active and imaginative.
If you have questions, give us a call or contact your local representative. Our team is experienced, knowledgeable and ready to help you get started!