Kids thrive when they have opportunities to explore, imagine, and connect with the natural world. Studies consistently show that outdoor play boosts creativity, reduces stress,…
New resource helps cities design nature-infused playspaces that support climate resilience, child well-being, and equity.
This summer, the halls of Congress echoed with something a little different— the passionate voices of kids advocating for one powerful thing: the need for…
Our hearts are with Minneapolis.
Each summer, the familiar sounds of kids racing outside to play fill the air. Families and neighbors gather outdoors in parks, at playgrounds, and in…
Every child in America is entitled to have spaces where they feel safe, cared for, and free. Those kinds of spaces not only help promote…
Earlier this year, something extraordinary happened in the heart of Eatonville, Florida that brought together a historic town, a passionate community, and more than 150…
The KABOOM! Early Childhood Playspace Design Toolkit is a new resource that empowers early learning providers, city leaders, and planners with tools to create developmentally-appropriate outdoor environments that help children ages 0 to 5 grow and thrive.
Playgrounds are vital civic infrastructure, and just like any piece of infrastructure, they rely on materials, like steel, for their construction. When prices on those…
When people and institutions give to social causes, it’s a form of investing in our shared future and building something meaningful for generations to come.…
