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Shades are cool in more ways than one!

Why should we care about playgrounds and recess in schools today?

As children swing, they learn the importance of timely energy transfer during movement, and they develop upper body and fine motor skills. Swings support cooperative play between users, as well as encourage dramatic and imaginative play.

For many years most preschool playground equipment came in only pre-determined color palettes. Now, GameTime has given control to you the customer to choose the color options that best suit your unique play area!

Brachiating, also known as overhead climbing, is a favorite activity on playgrounds. This experience is one of the very few activities that is first introduced to children in a playground environment.

In this week's Playground Design Elements spotlight we look at designing with slides! Sliding enhances core stability, dynamic balance, and leg and hip flexibility as well as provides body & spatial awareness. Sliding is also lots of fun!

Designers love new equipment that meets the needs of those using the playground. Freestanding elements such as the Aurora Spinner are no exception.

"The playground is a testament to what's possible when accessibility and innovation merge in public space design while respecting the park's historic role in the community." — MRC, GameTime representative in New York

BALANCE. Our designers know a great playground takes intentional design and adds elements that help children in many ways as they play. Children learn so much about life on the playground, and learning to balance is just one way they grow while playing. Add balancing elements to your playground design to benefit everyone!