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Climbing For Success? Yes We Can!

Posted by May Recreation Content Team on July 27, 2022

Today, we are able to give our youngsters a bit more of an advantage than we might have had. As adults, our era involved a bit of climbing, but we mostly only had trees to satisfy our urges to get higher in life. Thankfully, we have access to playground equipment that lets our kiddos (and playful adults) get as high as they need. Let’s explore some of the benefits that climbing offers the mind and body.

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Topics: Play & Fitness Childhood Unplugged Child Development

Adding Music To Your Playground—Let’s Make It Happen!

Posted by May Recreation Content Team on July 12, 2022

While there is no denying that adults love music, we can potentially not recognize how beneficial the sweet sounds of harmony can be for our young ones. In early childhood, the wonderful sounds of music can have a major impact on the development and growth and development of children. With that in mind, let’s cover some ways to cultivate this musical environment in the playground.

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Topics: Theme Playgrounds Childhood Unplugged Child Development

Why Your School Should Have a Playground

Posted by May Recreation Content Team on June 28, 2022

Kids spend most of their time during the school year inside of a classroom, doing school work. Most schools allow at least thirty minutes of free time outside to play with their classmates. To improve their playtime, schools should implement playgrounds because they are great tools in the development of kids' social and mental skills.

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Topics: Play & Fitness Child Development

5 Ways to Entertain an Only Child

Posted by May Recreation Content Team on June 20, 2022

With summer kicking off in full force, plenty of kids are anxious as ever to find something that will occupy their free time. While some kids have siblings to blow off steam, others might only have themselves and their parents to spend the day with. Need help finding some ways to entertain your only child? Here are some useful tips to keep an only child occupied.

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Topics: Community Parks Childhood Unplugged

School's Out - Upgrade Your Playground

Posted by May Recreation Content Team on May 18, 2022

With school letting out for the summer, it's a great time to upgrade your school's playground to get it ready for next year's students. Playground equipment, no matter how durable, undergoes extreme wear and tear every school year. With a few months' break before the next school cycle begins, this is a good time to take a look at your playground for signs of wear.

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Topics: Custom Playground May Recreation Playground Design & Planning

Mental Health Month - Kids Edition

Posted by May Recreation Content Team on May 2, 2022

May is Mental Health Month. Fortunately, mental health and its importance to a person's overall health is getting more attention recently. Good mental health is especially important for kids who might need additional support and access to resources due to their limited reach and knowledge. 

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Topics: Pediatric Health & Wellness Mental Health

Tips for Building a Playground for Toddlers

Posted by May Recreation Content Team on April 19, 2022

Playgrounds are wonderful places where kids can make friends, get some exercise and foster their development while having fun. Anyone who has been tasked with creating a toddler-friendly playground in a recreational park, school, church or other public space is likely to  need a few tips on what they need to consider when planning one. Our experts at May Recreation offer these tips for organizing and planning the perfect playground for toddlers.

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Topics: Playground Design & Planning Inclusivity

Helping Children Make Friends at the Playground

Posted by May Recreation Content Team on April 8, 2022

Whether you’re a parent, caregiver or teacher, it’s only natural to want all of the children in your life to have plenty of friends and fun growing up. As an adult, it’s likely you’ve seen kids struggle to make friends—even in a playground or group setting. However, with a bit of guidance, compassion and knowledge, you can assist youngsters with making new friends and getting along with others, which are skills that serve them for a lifetime.

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Topics: Childhood Unplugged Pediatric Health & Wellness outdoor learning

Defy gravity with new Miracle components!

Posted by May Recreation Content Team on March 15, 2022

 

 

Whether you’re looking for an overhead event, deck to deck units, or ground to deck climbers, you’ll find what you’re looking for with these bold play elements. Inspired by roller coasters, these modular climbers will bring a variety of play types, thrilling visual appeal, and unique climbing challenges to any play space.

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Topics: Miracle Recreation Playground Design & Planning

Three Reasons Your Planned Community Needs a Playground

Posted by May Recreation Content Team on March 9, 2022

Modern communities often talk about their “amenities.” From local eats and shopping to festivals and events, the desire to create a sense of fellowship and opportunities to bring residents together help areas of town stand apart from one another.

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Topics: Community Parks Playground Design & Planning

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