4 Ways to Enhance your Park and Recreation Center

Author: Austin Stanfel

Parks and recreation centers are vital to the overall health of a community. They provide residents with open green spaces and recreational activities. More importantly, they provide the opportunity for a community to enjoy a shared space where they can have fun together. People love parks and recreation

Developmental Impact of Playground Equipment

Author: Austin Stanfel

You can likely think back to your childhood and remember your time at the playground. You may remember the first time you completed the monkey bars or climbed to the top of the playset. You may remember your favorite things to do at the playground. These are

Benefits of Accessible Playgrounds

Author: Austin Stanfel

Playgrounds are a central point in many neighborhoods and a great place for children to hang out. At playgrounds, children can run and play with their peers while having fun and developing essential skills for their futures. The problem is that in the past, playgrounds weren't something

How Free Playtime Impacts Mental Health

Author: Austin Stanfel

When you think about free playtime as a kid, you may remember how nice it was to have that break in between learning. These days, with the competitive nature of schooling, it seems as though people forget just how vital free playtime is for children. The reality

How to Create a Fun Playground Space for Children

Author: Austin Stanfel

Playgrounds are supposed to be a fun and safe space for children. This is where children can expand their social skills, play, and meet people their age. Creating a fun playground space can be easier than you think, but of course, it isn't just about planning where

How Teachers Can Have Creative Lessons on the Playground

Author: Austin Stanfel

The 2020-2021 school year was challenging for both students and their teachers. Now, in the 2021-2022 school year, there is a unique situation that children and teachers are still in. Children are mostly back in the classrooms for the first time in many months, for some students.