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If you want your kids to spend more time outdoors, the easiest way is to create a nice playground in your own backyard. After all, you can’t take your kids camping or hiking every day, so why wouldn’t you invest a little time into making their own special …

As the future leaders of the world, our children are going to play an essential role in preserving our planet. Because of this, it's crucial for us to teach them healthy habits , including eating seasonal and organic foods. Here are five ways you can …

So you’re stressed, huh? Ohmmmmmmm Feel better now? Not quite, right? Ohmmmmmmm How about now? When they hear yoga helps with stress, many people expect instant relief. So they attend a single class and they are thrilled with the calming effects. But the …

The full detailed schedule is coming soon with even more session titles. See more information here Be sure to  REGISTER TODAY  because the early bird deadline for this PLAYful conference is February 15. … Two Months until the 10th Anniversary Play …

Technology and concept have always been the two most dominant factors that have influenced the form of children’s playgrounds. Throughout history, we’ve seen playgrounds become more secure and more engaging at the same time. Safety is an important …

Decades ago, kids loved going outside because doing so opened up worlds of possibilities. Sticks, rocks, and flowers turned into playthings when youngsters used their imaginations. Being outside also gave them plenty of room to stay active. Today's …

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church at 228 S. Pitt St. in Alexandria, Virginia recently completed a courtyard renovation project.  The courtyard is situated between its historic sanctuary, designed in 1817 by famed architect Benjamin Latrobe (designer of the US …

If your child has ADHD, bedtime may not always be a walk in the park. It may help to know that you’re not alone. According to Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder ( CHADD ), “One-quarter to one-half of parents of children with …

Around 97 percent of the world's tigers have disappeared in the last 100 years. These magnificent creatures, (along with other iconic animals like gorillas, giant pandas, and blue whales) might be a thing of the past before long. This is our doing, and …

Everyone knows that health is a precious resource and to remain fit, we should be regularly active . Whether it is for fun or pursuing a goal, any kind of game offers a set of advantages of which many people are unaware. Here is a list of the top five …

Once limited to luring victims off the streets, human traffickers have adapted with the times and now use the internet as one of their primary hunting grounds. The rise of social media provides these predators with unlimited access to lure unsuspecting …

Wintertime is filled with holiday parties, family get-togethers, gift giving, New Year’s Eve, and resolutions. Just imagine giving the gift of play. If you are the organizer of your child’s class party, your company’s holiday get-together, or maybe you …

If, like most parents of younger children, you want toys that inspire imaginative creative play while facilitating learning and development for growing minds, then you may be interested in the benefits of small-world play. So, what is small-world play and …

It’s December and kids all over the country are making their wish lists and checking them twice, whether or not they were naughty or nice. December is also Toy Safety Month and the single biggest time of year for toy sales. “In the U.S. alone, total …

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) estimates that each year more than 240,000 children are injured on playgrounds. Playground inspections by a qualified person, such as a Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI), are an important factor in …

Children were no longer satisfied with simply playing outdoors as we did years ago. Why are children so engrossed in TV, mobile phones, video games, and tablets? He soon discovered it was NOT only children but everyone. The world was changing. It is a new …

Part of the larger EpicCentral destination that also features an incredible multipurpose center and an inclusive playground, Epic Waters is Dallas-Fort Worth’s newest water park. Since it’s opening earlier this year, the park has received many accolades …

Your playground not only represents a long-term investment but a safe haven for children of all ages and abilities. Playgrounds need to be inspected on a regular basis to ensure equipment is safe for children to play on. Maintaining the equipment and …

Technology has already become an integral part of our everyday lives. Computers, smartphones, and tablets are so common that many of us cannot imagine their lives without the internet and various devices that simplify all our everyday activities. However, …

Playgrounds are a great place for kids to burn off energy, get some exercise, and have fun. But they can be dangerous if they do not follow proper safety guidelines. Playground safety is an important topic, so anyone writing a playground safety rulebook …