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Win a Wall-E U-Command Robot and a "Kid Tough" Digital Camera!
Each playspace you add to the KaBOOM! Playspace Finder with a photo earns you an entry in the weekly sweepstakes. We're giving away a Wall-E U-Command Robot and a Kid Tough Digital Camera! [More]

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Imitation on the playground:
Learning and motor skills
Brain development expert J.C. Boushh writes about how playground activities help children's brains develop. Learn about "mirror neurons" and how they relate to the development of complex motor skills. [More]


hp-bolting.jpg Get started: Build a playground!
Get all the tools you need to take you from planning to Build Day! Wondering how to get started? Wondering which equipment manufacturer to use? Wondering how you're going to raise all that money? It's all here, and all fueled by KOOL-AID! [More]



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Have you seen the new KaBOOM! Playspace Finder?

It's got all kinds of great new features, including:

  • Interactive maps. Find out exactly where a playspace is located with a detailed map view!
  • More details. You can now add up to 149 different amenities, equipment, and playspace types to make your entry as detailed as possible.
  • Better search. Filter your searches by the type of playground and/or by rating.
  • More ratings. In addition to an overall rating, you can now rate playspaces on its condition, safety, the level of innovation, amenities, and maintenance.

Got a blog or website? Be sure to grab one of the shiny, new KaBOOM! Playspace Finder widgets. They're free!
KOOL-AID is a proud sponsor of the KaBOOM! Playspace Finder, the Playmaker Network, and Do It Yourself Tools. Learn more about the KOOL-AID and KaBOOM! partnership.


   

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flts2008 jmangum
Show Low, Arizona
Featured kaboom.org member
As a Parks and Recreation Director (and father of 4), I feel that play is one of the most important activities in a child’s life. I feel that quality play places are an integral and essential part of a community.
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