| Children's playgrounds have come a long way | | | | there on. |
| from just swing sets and monkey bars. | | | | Parents can feel relaxed about the security of |
| Playgrounds feature things like rock climbing walls, | | | | playground sets. Commercial playground sets |
| wave slides, crawl tunnels, cubby houses. | | | | must pass a test of industry standards in order |
| Playground creators have thought of everything | | | | to be put on the market. Once often a hot topic, |
| to entertain and satisfy a child's curiosity. | | | | the safety of playgrounds is not so much an issue |
| One of the greatest things of playgrounds is the | | | | these days. Playgrounds sold now use minimal |
| developmental benefits they offer children. | | | | steel work in place of soft plastic, rubber, and |
| Playgrounds allow children to play freely, which | | | | nylon ropes. Plastic posts and decking keep the |
| helps mental and emotional development. When | | | | playground from rotting or splintering. These |
| children are allowed free play in a structured | | | | types of playground sets last considerably longer |
| environment like a playground, they are able to | | | | and require less maintenance than older steel |
| use their imagination and be spontaneous, which is | | | | structure models. |
| an essential tool for developing a strong sense of | | | | Here are some things to consider when buying |
| well being. | | | | playground equipment. First, how many children will |
| When setting up a new playground you should | | | | be using the playground. Playgrounds vary greatly |
| take into account the number of children that are | | | | in size and number of components. How old will |
| expected to be playing there at any given time. | | | | the children be who are using the playground? You |
| Planning is essential as any new playground will | | | | may have to ensure that your playground is in |
| attract a lot of attention and it would not be | | | | compliance with the guidelines of ADA accessibility. |
| worth the effort if there is overcrowding on the | | | | Also important to keep in mind is where you are |
| structure, turning it into a safety hazard. A good | | | | going to put the playground. Measure off an area |
| idea would be to take the advice of the children | | | | and make sure the ground is level. |
| that would be eventually playing there and they | | | | Having put in all the hard work, you can be rest |
| can contribute by sketching out their dream | | | | assured that the playground will be enjoyed to |
| playground. You can get the basic idea for the | | | | the fullest by the children. |
| playground from these sketches and take it from | | | | |