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accessibleplayground.net--Let Kid’s Play is thrilled to offer Accessibleplayground.net, the
website and home for everything about accessible playgrounds. Here you will be able to:
KaBOOM!--A non-profit whose vision is a great place to play within walking distance of every
child in America. To meet the vision Kaboom helps to build great playspaces through the
participation and leadership of communities.
Peaceful Playgrounds-The purpose of the Peaceful Playground Program is to introduce
children and school staff to the many choices of activities available on playgrounds and field
areas. You can find many extremely helpful articles and research on their site about recess
and the benefits of play.
Playgroundology--PlayGroundology scours the web for all things bright, beautiful and
occasionally tarnished about the world of playgrounds. Design, art, civic engagement,
history, equipment old and new, photography, advocacy groups, bloggers and oddities are
topics that will be featured.
PlayGrounding--Alex's Smith's website that shows interesting playgrounds and equipment.
Playgrounding - noun - the act of swinging, sliding, spinning, climbing, monkey-barring,
running, jumping, falling, bruising, making friends, pushing limits, discovering abilities - a
solid grounding in the art of play.
National Program for Playground Safety--NPPS has developed the largest and most
comprehensive clearinghouse of outdoor play areas safety information and resources in the
United States
United States Access Board--A federal agency committed to accessible design. The
Access Board provides ADA guidelines for recreational facilities including playgrounds.
NRPA--NRPA is the leading advocacy organization dedicated to the advancement of public
parks and recreation opportunities.
PLAYGROUND CONSULTANTS
Boundless Playgrounds--Nonprofit organization which works with communities to develop
playgrounds accessible by all children, with or without disabilities.
Shane's Inspiration--The mission of Shane's Inspiration is to create inclusive playgrounds
and programs that unite children of all abilities.
Recreation and Accessibility Consultants--Recreation Accessibility Consultants, LLC
works with agencies to evaluate the physical barriers at existing sites and buildings.They
help identify both the obvious and the obscure accessibility barriers, and offer solutions to
those barriers. They have successful strategies for the funding of access and inclusion.
Design for Play and JC Boushh Consulting--Design for Play, offers its unique expertise
in designing playground environments and outdoor classrooms from our knowledge,
experience, and understanding of how children play. JC Boushh Consulting, is the
educational branch of Design for Play and offers seminars, workshops, keynotes, articles,
and webinars on the latest research and trends in child development and brain development
as it pertains to children’s play, playgrounds, and outdoor classroom environments.
accessibleplayground.net--Let Kid’s Play is thrilled to offer Accessibleplayground.net, the
website and home for everything about accessible playgrounds. Here you will be able to:
- Search for playgrounds in our directory
- Educate yourself about accessible play
- Read amazing stories of how others built their playground
- Find resources on all aspects of designing and building a playground in your
community, going beyond ADA - See pictures of recommended playgrounds in our Featured Playground area
- Locate just the right vendors to help you design and build your playground
KaBOOM!--A non-profit whose vision is a great place to play within walking distance of every
child in America. To meet the vision Kaboom helps to build great playspaces through the
participation and leadership of communities.
Peaceful Playgrounds-The purpose of the Peaceful Playground Program is to introduce
children and school staff to the many choices of activities available on playgrounds and field
areas. You can find many extremely helpful articles and research on their site about recess
and the benefits of play.
Playgroundology--PlayGroundology scours the web for all things bright, beautiful and
occasionally tarnished about the world of playgrounds. Design, art, civic engagement,
history, equipment old and new, photography, advocacy groups, bloggers and oddities are
topics that will be featured.
PlayGrounding--Alex's Smith's website that shows interesting playgrounds and equipment.
Playgrounding - noun - the act of swinging, sliding, spinning, climbing, monkey-barring,
running, jumping, falling, bruising, making friends, pushing limits, discovering abilities - a
solid grounding in the art of play.
National Program for Playground Safety--NPPS has developed the largest and most
comprehensive clearinghouse of outdoor play areas safety information and resources in the
United States
United States Access Board--A federal agency committed to accessible design. The
Access Board provides ADA guidelines for recreational facilities including playgrounds.
NRPA--NRPA is the leading advocacy organization dedicated to the advancement of public
parks and recreation opportunities.
PLAYGROUND CONSULTANTS
Boundless Playgrounds--Nonprofit organization which works with communities to develop
playgrounds accessible by all children, with or without disabilities.
Shane's Inspiration--The mission of Shane's Inspiration is to create inclusive playgrounds
and programs that unite children of all abilities.
Recreation and Accessibility Consultants--Recreation Accessibility Consultants, LLC
works with agencies to evaluate the physical barriers at existing sites and buildings.They
help identify both the obvious and the obscure accessibility barriers, and offer solutions to
those barriers. They have successful strategies for the funding of access and inclusion.
Design for Play and JC Boushh Consulting--Design for Play, offers its unique expertise
in designing playground environments and outdoor classrooms from our knowledge,
experience, and understanding of how children play. JC Boushh Consulting, is the
educational branch of Design for Play and offers seminars, workshops, keynotes, articles,
and webinars on the latest research and trends in child development and brain development
as it pertains to children’s play, playgrounds, and outdoor classroom environments.
