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Summer play: Three big problems

Posted on September 3 by Kerala_Taylor

After visiting an average of 50 playgrounds apiece, our Park-A-Day Summer Challengers have come away with some remarkably similar observations about the state of play in their communities. Though somewhat troubling, these observations are instructive when thinking about how we go about building and looking after our neighborhood playgrounds. Here are three common problems, and three feasible solutions:Read more

Five good reasons to join a Play Day

Posted on September 2 by KaBOOM!

Summer might be over, but that doesn’t mean we have to stop playing. In fact, hundreds of communities across the United States will soon be gathering for a day of play during our national Play Day week, coming up on Sept. 18-26.Read more

Cast your vote to help us save play

Posted on August 31 by KaBOOM!

Vote buttonIf we you believe in what we do -- that is, saving play for America's children -- here's a chance to show your support. All you have to do is lift a finger, literally.Read more

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