Colourful slides and metal monkey bars are the mainstay of local playgrounds. But look around and you’ll notice a growing trend for natural elements in children’s play spaces, So, which is better for ...

Most American children spend only a few minutes a day in unstructured outdoor play, yet research has shown that it’s critical for kids’ cognitive and physical health. Playing outdoors improves ...

Explore Bison’s Bluff in Schaumburg: natural climbing, splashy streams, scenic trails, and hands-on outdoor fun kids love.

GIVES US A LOOK. YOU KNOW, THERE’S A LOT OF RESEARCH THESE DAYS ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF SELF DIRECTED PLAY FOR CHILDREN, HOW GOOD THAT IS FOR BRAIN DEVELOPMENT AND COOPERATION AND IMAGINATION AND ALL ...

Iris Choo, 10, slides down the metal slide in the nature-based area of the playground at Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School in Brunswick on Nov. 20. (Brianna Soukup/Staff Photographer) BRUNSWICK ...

The Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota met with internationally acclaimed playground designer Adam Bienenstock (center) in early February 2024 to discuss initial plans for the natural playground.

Discover Sugar Sand Park in Boca Raton, Florida, a free family destination with a three-story playground, kids science museum ...

INDIANAPOLIS — A new $12 million environmental community center and nature playground is opening soon in Indianapolis, Mayor Joe Hogsett and Indy Parks announced Tuesday, April 22. The Grassy Creek ...

Students play on the playground at Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School in Brunswick on Nov. 20. (Brianna Soukup/Staff Photographer) BRUNSWICK — During a brisk November recess, four giggling fourth ...