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Autism has always been a topic of passion for me. I spent three years working for Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, an organization specializing in helping individuals with autism live fulfilling, independent lives . My own life was anything but that. Around …

Studies have shown that the act of play is a crucial component in the growth and development of the brain, body, and intellect [in children]. Studies of how young people learn have proven, that children especially, acquire knowledge experientially, …

Both indoor and outdoor activities are an integral part of everyone's childhood . You probably remember how much fun you had playing tag, foursquare, or find your friend. Those were good old times! Nowadays,  children are stuck in mobile devices and video …

Grandparents are some of the luckiest people I know. They get to play with their grandchildren and when they are tired they can go home and leave putting the kids to bed to the parents. One of the most playful people in my life was my maternal …

If you tried teaching a few foreign words to your child, you probably noticed it was easy for them to remember the words. The truth is that kids are pretty good at picking up words , grammar concepts, and phrases without much effort. Their brains are …

So much of what constitutes the appeal and livability of our communities is our direct connection to our parks, public spaces, and our natural and cultural assets. Their facilities and features build a strong and resilient infrastructure. Their …

Do you feel everyone deserves to play? Well, I sure do and so do all the interns and volunteers that help Let’s Play America .  In 2009 when seven of us gathered in Takoma Park, Maryland for the first play committee meeting one thing we were 100% clear on …

Children with special needs often feel excluded from participating in outdoor activities. Moreover, they require some inclusive playground equipmen t to adequately develop gross motor skills, social skills, sensory skills, and also to improve muscle …

As children grow up, they need many things they wouldn’t consider on their own. They need to face challenges to help them develop social and interactive skills, as well as book smarts and the ability to be creative. These all lead to how they build their …

The value of a community space ranges from a place to gather and connect to a place to learn and develop skills that transcend the playground. One of the keys to designing a functional and enjoyable place for everyone in the community is creating …

Music is universal;     it doesn’t differentiate between          language or abilities or age. However, playgrounds and outdoor spaces for children might. Many are designed for active kids who are jumping, running, and climbing. This can make it …

“Patrick,” a little girl says in her cute British accent, “stay here while I go find Charlotte. We must make a proper home. Come, gather some flowers for decoration.” The little boy smiles and starts picking flowers from a nearby bush, while the girl hums …

Do you remember your childhood? Playgrounds were probably your favorite thing on the entire world. Your kid feels the same way about them. If you don’t bring this kind of fun in their world, you won’t notice they need it, since they have the iPad to …

The Play Leader The happy sounds of children hard at play, Welcoming the promise of another new play day, All waiting at the adventure gates at the break of day, A figure approaches down the grassy long track, Miniature bells they do jingle soft upon the …

Weight lifting can be fun if done correctly and safely. You can enjoy the workout and the results from all that hard work. The first step is learning which exercises work best for you and your lifestyle, so continue reading for some ideas that you can …

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, Calif. – July 26, 2018 – Park West, a leading provider of landscape construction, landscape management and tree care services, recently completed landscape construction services for three office buildings owned by FivePoint …

One study on playgrounds and their impact on the development of primary school-aged children found that playing promotes brain development and helps lay the framework needed for a successful mind through repetitive play actions. And, while playgrounds …

If you live in a major city or you’ve visited one recently, you might’ve noticed a marked change in the population compared to what you saw 10 or 20 years ago. If you were paying attention, you probably saw fewer kids running around the streets as their …

Outdoor musical instruments are a beneficial addition to a playground for many reasons. Here are 3 considerations if you are thinking of adding outdoor musical playground equipment to your outdoor space. Music Enables Kids to Learn & Express Emotion Music …

It won’t be long before the sun’s shining again and the weather’s warm enough to spend the day outside. The kids will want to bolt out the door at the first opportunity, looking for the first opportunity to go swimming, to play outside with friends and …

Just imagine artists Paul Klee, Joan Miró and Wassily Kandinsky at a Bankshot Playcourt, with a basketball in their hands and seeing for the first time these striking geometries in a bold inviting display. Also imagine famous sculptors Alexander Calder …