Matching articles for Playgrounds: 131
Feature Article - February 2014
Maintenance is one of the cornerstones of playground safety. Learn the basics from some of the industry's leading playground experts.
Feature Article - January 2014
From safety surfaces to properly designed equipment, there are myriad ways to decrease the likelihood that children will be injured on the playground.
Web Exclusive - January 2014
A mounting pile of research shows that kids do better in school—and in life—when they have access to free play during the school day. So, how many schools have tipped the scales to add recess back to the school day?
Feature Article - November 2013
Cities and communities across the country have discovered the many benefits to be had by adding up-to-date play spaces. Find out about some of the latest trends in playground design.
Facility Profile - October 2013
A new city-wide project to bring play to every corner of the district has kicked off with an impressive, inclusive play space at the Rosedale Recreation Center.
Supplement Feature - September 2013
It wasn't always that way. In fact, not until 1975, when the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) analyzed playground safety hazards and guidelines, did the trend toward installing safer, shock-attenuating surfaces begin. After that study, woodchips, gravel, rubber and other "softer" materials began to replace harder surfacing materials like concrete, asphalt, hard-packed earth, grass and sand. And all those surfaces eventually had to meet guidelines first outlined in 1990, when the Americans with Disabilities Act was passed by Congress.
Facility Profile - September 2013
Here's how one community researched and found the right playground surface to meet their patrons' needs.
Feature Article - August 2013
Tornadoes, hurricanes, forest fires—disasters can do a lot of damage to parks and playgrounds. Learn how to be prepared before disaster occurs, and how places like Joplin, Mo., New Orleans and New Jersey are recovering in the wake of a variety of disasters.
Problem Solver - August 2013
For the best health, children should get involved in outdoor play on a daily basis. Playing outside can help improve children's physical, emotional and mental health. It's good medicine disguised as fun!
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