What is the Best Surface for Your Playground?

Posted by Churchich Content Team on 27 May, 2026

Replacing a school playground is more than just swapping out old equipment. It’s an opportunity to create a safer, more inclusive and more engaging environment where students can...

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Surfacing, Outdoor Playgrounds

How to Align Playground Design with School Wellness Objectives

Posted by Churchich Content Team Content on August 8, 2025

Playgrounds have long been seen as a place for recess and free play, but for many schools, they’re becoming a strategic tool…
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Child Health, Playground Planning, Child Development, Schools

Harmonizing Play: Why Music Belongs on Your Playground

Posted by Churchich Content Team Content on July 24, 2025

Playgrounds are places where children run, climb, laugh — and increasingly, where they make music. Outdoor musical instruments are transforming traditional playgrounds…
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Outdoor Play, Outdoor Learning, Playground Planning

Playgrounds and Mental Health: Why Play Matters More Than Ever

Posted by Churchich Content Team Content on July 7, 2025

In today’s digital-first, high-pressure world, kids are under more emotional strain than ever. According to the CDC, more than 20 percent of…
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Outdoor Play, Child Health, Child Development

Creating Inclusive School Playgrounds in the Carolinas

Posted by Churchich Content Team Content on June 20, 2025

The nearly 2.5 million students attending the 5,000+ public and private schools in the Carolinas come in all shapes, sizes, and abilities,…
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Outdoor Play, Inclusive Play, Playground Planning

The Importance of Risk in Play: Balancing Safety and Development

Posted by Churchich Content Team Content on June 3, 2025

When we see children on the playground climbing over rocks, scrambling up slides, and roughhousing with their friends, our first instinct might…
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Outdoor Play, Child Development, Safety

Building Play, Building Community: Guide to Playground Fundraising

Posted by Churchich Content Team Content on May 16, 2025

Raising funds for a new playground is an exciting yet challenging endeavor for schools, community organizations, and parent groups.
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Topics:
Playground Planning, Communities, Fundraising

The Social Impact of Inclusive Play Spaces on Communities

Posted by Churchich Content Team Content on May 2, 2025

Inclusive play spaces are transforming the landscape of public recreation, creating environments where children of all abilities can play, learn, and grow…
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Outdoor Play, Inclusive Play, Communities

Why Every School Should Invest in a Quality Playground

Posted by Churchich Content Team Content on April 17, 2025

Schools that prioritize investing in quality playgrounds reap benefits that extend beyond recess, fostering growth in physical, cognitive, and social skills while…
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Outdoor Play, Playground Planning, Child Development

How Outdoor Play Builds Stronger Families

Posted by Churchich Content Team Content on April 3, 2025

Outdoor activities offer a unique and powerful way for families to bond, improve communication, and create lasting memories.
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Outdoor Play, Parenting, Outdoor Learning

Destination Playgrounds: Creating Unforgettable Play Experiences

Posted by Churchich Content Team Content on March 18, 2025

In recent years, a new trend has emerged in playground design that's capturing the imagination of children and families alike: destination playgrounds.
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Outdoor Play, Playground Planning, Destination Playgrounds
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