How Playgrounds Encourage Gross Motor Skills
For all children, but for young children in particular, playgrounds are absolutely essential for growth and learning. Playsystems offer children a chance to interact with each other, to work together, to practice patience, and to develop problem-solving skills. However, these social and intellectual activities aren’t the only thing that a playground offers. The very nature of a playground encourages physical activity, and indeed, playgrounds are linked with healthier weights for…