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Westplay
January 23, 20260Comments

How to plan the age groups and capacity of your playground project

One of the fastest ways to end up with a playground that feels “too small,” “too chaotic,” or “not used” is skipping age-group and capacity planning. When you plan for who
by Westplay
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Westplay
January 21, 20260Comments

The five key elements to design your playground for inclusion 

Inclusive playgrounds are no longer limited to certain places or organizations; whether you are a municipality, school, daycare, church, or developer, inclusivity must be present from the earliest stage of
by Westplay
The Playground as a School of Communication: How Children Learn to Interact
Social Skills
October 16, 20230Comments

The Playground as a School of Communication: How Children Learn to Interact

A playground is one of the most important places for children's social and emotional development because, in this environment, young children can learn valuable communication skills through play and shared
by Westplay
The Playground as an Empathy Laboratory: How Children Learn to Understand the Emotions of Others
Emotional Skills
Playgrounds
September 25, 20230Comments

The Playground as an Empathy Laboratory: How Children Learn to Understand the Emotions of Others

The development of empathy is a crucial aspect of children's education, as it enables them to understand and respond appropriately to the emotions of others. However, teaching them empathy can
by Westplay
From Excitement to Moderation: How Playground Activities Cultivate Children's Self-Control
Emotional Skills
Playgrounds
August 25, 20230Comments

From Excitement to Moderation: How Playground Activities Cultivate Children’s Self-Control

Children experience great excitement when they play on the playground, whether it's swinging, sliding, climbing, or running. However, this excitement can also lead them to act impulsively, without regard for
by Westplay
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