How Playground Design Can Reduce Staff Burnout
Author: Austin Stanfel
Teachers work very hard to keep children happy and safe. While outdoor time is fun for kids, it can be very tiring for adults. However, a smart playground design makes a huge difference. A well-planned yard
Cruising Rails: Helping 1-Year-Olds Learn to Walk
Author: Austin Stanfel
Learning to walk is a huge milestone for every toddler. Before they take their first solo steps, most 1-year-olds "cruise" by holding onto furniture for balance. On the playground, cruising rails provide a safe, sturdy place
Indoor-Outdoor Flow: Connecting Classrooms and Play Yards
Author: Austin Stanfel
Most schools have a clear line between inside and outside. You sit at a desk to learn, and you go outside to play. However, modern schools are changing this old-fashioned setup. They are using indoor-outdoor flow to
Grant Writing for Play: Get Funding for Your Playground
Author: Austin Stanfel
New playground equipment is very expensive. Many child care centers want to build great spaces, but they do not have the cash. Grant writing for play is a smart way to get the money you need.
Fall Zone Geometry: Essential Playground Safety Rules
Author: Austin Stanfel
When you visit a playground, you likely focus on the tallest slide or the fastest swing. However, the most important part of the park is actually the empty space around the equipment. Safety experts use fall zone
Green Play: Why Bio-Based Binders are the Future of Parks
Author: Austin Stanfel
When you run across a bouncy, colorful playground, you are likely standing on "poured-in-place" rubber. For years, the glue holding that rubber together came from oil. Today, a new invention is changing the game: bio-based binders. These