7 Types of Play & What They Accomplish
Science breaks down the types of play Dr. Stuart Brown, the founder of the National Institute for Play, has classified several different types of play and determined that each type of play accomplishes different benefits. Attunement Play Attunement play is the early building blocks for…
Fun for the 4th of July: Homemade Ice Cream In A Coffee Can
This 4th of July, keep cool with a little family fun by getting the kids involved in making homemade ice cream. Don’t worry if you don’t have a fancy ice cream maker. For this activity the kiddos will be doing all the work. It will…
5 Ways to Have the Best Staycation Ever
Sometimes you just need to get away from it all. But who says a family vacation requires a long road trip or expensive plane tickets? A stay-at-home vacation—or staycation—could be just what your wild bunch needs for a bit of rest and relaxation. The best…
How Play Therapy Helps Kids With ADHD
ADHD Play Therapy ADHD play therapy is one way parents can tackle the growing issue of hyperactivity in children. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can affect one out of every ten American children between the…
Goalsetter Systems Raises the Standard for In Ground Hoops
It all began here in 1991. Goalsetter Systems was the first to envision and build an in ground, height adjustable, regulation-size hoop system for residential and institutional use; an outdoor, adjustable, regulation-size hoop. Goalsetter Systems sets the standard by which all other hoop systems are…
Meet the Inventor of Springfree Trampolines
A Need for Springfree Trampolines The Springfree Trampoline was invented by Dr. Keith Alexander, a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Canterbury in Christchurch, New Zealand. Over 15 years ago, the father of three decided a trampoline would be a good addition to…
Rainbow Play Systems: Where Safety and Fun Meet
Shopping for a play system to install in your backyard is exciting, but it requires significant consideration. The purchase you are making will be used by your children for years to come. You wouldn’t want to buy a play system that your child will outgrow…