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Creating an environment-friendly playground is essential for society and the global world. The old ways of using plastic for the sole purpose of producing playground equipment are long gone. This article will elaborate on how to make a playground more …

Play is also beneficial for children with mental disabilities and those who are undergoing occupational therapy or OTS. Occupational therapy and play provide a tremendous opportunity for helping children regain their independence and improve their quality …

Building a backyard playground might be the best idea anybody has ever had. The pandemic has made everybody’s lives difficult. Everything closed, opened, re-closed, opened, ad infinitum. We have all been at home realizing just how inadequate our living …

Finalize the Design and Budget Now is the time to make sure that everything you want and expect to be done is included within the established budget. Play equipment. Remember to account for shipping and freight costs of the equipment. Site amenities. This …

Do you have fond memories of playing in playgrounds from when you were a child? I sure do. Maybe you have a favorite playground, a neighborhood playground you walked to as a child, maybe a playground that your family drove to for special occasions, or a …

My experience… During the pandemic, many things have been turned upside down. As a safety professional, who focuses mainly on the public sector, the COVID crisis has greatly changed my typical workday. No longer am I out and about for meetings, lunches, …

Snow drifts. Subzero temperatures. Air that literally hurts your face. Not exactly most people’s idea of a good time, and certainly not what many would consider ideal conditions for nature play. That being said, don’t let winter’s wrath discourage outdoor …

Although many parents are keen to ensure that their children are eating correctly, they will also want to ensure that there is a choice available regarding lunchtime. Although many may have heard of biltong, not many will know whether it should be …

A play area is much more than a mere entertainment space for kids. It forms the foundation of a child’s overall development and is an essential part of their social life. Playgrounds are areas where children develop their social, emotional, physical, and …

When you take a kid fishing, a few things happen that have long-lasting effects on that child for the rest of their life.  First, they will always have the memory of the time shared with you and the excitement of catching their first fish. Second, they …

In any hostage situation, those held captive begin to exhibit some abnormal behavior. Some individuals cope better than others. Depending on the level of stress, some may do anything within their means to resist and break free whereas others may …

Many people believe that listening to music is entertainment that does not contribute to certain goals and interferes with learning. Many studies show the benefits of music and its positive effects on various thought processes. Today we are going to tell …

For play equipment consultants, designing the perfect playground is based on one very important element, listening . Really listening to what a customer envisions enables them to produce a unique design that meets, and exceeds, the vision. First Step: …

These days, it is not very surprising to encounter a child who can navigate an electronic gadget with expert hands. Toddlers who have yet to learn their ABCs are now responding to technology with almost effortless ease and parents are finding it …

As a parent of a young child, you probably remember the thrill you got riding your bike in your neighborhood, playing tag or perhaps even Pokémon flip chips, making a toy out of every box, and if you were lucky, playing with your Gameboy in your room but …

If you're trying to organise daily or weekly family bike rides , there are certain things you need to keep in mind. Though this activity is supposed to be fun, you need to watch out for your kids' safety too. These are the 4 most important things you need …

Since many families are forced to stay put at home, it’s been challenging for parents to keep the kids entertained. Many summer camps and programs are canceled this year, and some families have decided to create recreational areas in their backyards. …

You're trying! You really are! Everyone wants what is best for their kids, especially when it comes to school. But (probably unbeknownst to you) there are a few things you may be doing that will almost ensure that your kid never wants your help again when …

If your child, waiting to go to school, joyfully shouts “Hurray!”, you are lucky and you can consider yourself happy parents because most young schoolchildren are waiting for September with fear and anxiety. Therefore, the first task of the dad and mom of …

COVID messed up a lot of things. Easter went by, and it didn't feel like it. Independence Day went by, and nobody had the spirit for it. All of the traditions and events this year have left us with fogged and unsettling memories. And, in some cases, no …

Do you still think about the playground you used as a kid and how much fun it was? Things were different then: you could go on your own without supervision, everything was made of metal and if you fell, you landed hard. Although neighborhood playground …