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Celebrating Native American Heritage Month Through Learning And Play

November 1, 2024

Each November, we celebrate National Native American Heritage Month-a time dedicated to honoring the profound impact of Native American culture on our national fabric. This celebration is not only an acknowledgment of history but a tribute to the vibrant traditions, languages, and stories of Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and affiliated Island communities. At…

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Introducing Free Preschool Lesson Plans from Nature of Early Play!

August 26, 2024

Introducing Free Preschool Lesson Plans from Nature of Early Play! We’re excited to offer free, state-aligned lesson plans designed to inspire children to learn through play. Perfect for teachers and homeschool groups, these plans cover diverse topics like music and STEM, ensuring every interest is catered for. While our playground equipment enhances the learning experience, each plan can be used independently. Discover the benefits of outdoor education for young minds, including improved mental and physical health, and enhanced cognitive skills. Explore how our versatile and adaptable lesson plans can transform your early childhood education curriculum.

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The Importance of Early Childhood Environmental Education

August 5, 2024

Do you remember the first time you felt the wet grass under your bare feet or the cold tickle of a snowflake on your tongue? For young children, the world is a place of curiosity and wonder. They constantly explore, discover, and build connections with everything around them. Children’s natural affinity for the environment is…

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How to Get a Community Playground in Your Neighborhood

Bring Play Your Way: How to Get a Community Playground for Your Neighborhood

April 28, 2024

Science has clearly proven the power of play and physical activity in a child’s growth and development. But what if your community lacks a space for children to truly thrive? At Nature of Early Play by Play Mart, we believe every child has the right to a safe place to play in their neighborhood. While…

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Playground Design for Infants and Toddlers

More than Just Mini: How Infant and Toddler Playground Equipment is Designed for Child Development

February 15, 2024

A colorful playground naturally attracts children of all ages, but you may not realize that most playground equipment isn’t suitable for younger kids. Babies and small children go through different stages of physical development, requiring age-appropriate play equipment. Our Nature of Early Play by Play Mart products prioritize the safety and growth of your little…

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All the Dirt on Mud Kitchens!

February 7, 2024

Nature of Early Play is all about all things nature—including mud! Our mud kitchens are the ultimate outdoor toys for the children at your daycare, preschool, or park to get down and dirty with some good, clean fun. Let’s look at the benefits a mud kitchen can offer the toddlers and preschoolers in your care…

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Playground Fundraising and Budgeting

Budgeting and Paying for a New Early Childhood Playground

September 26, 2023

Early childhood and preschool playgrounds have a powerful role in nurturing children’s physical, emotional, and social development. Budgeting for the cost of playground equipment can be a concern for many preschools, daycares, and non-profit organizations, but Nature of Early Play has creative funding ideas and options you may consider. As a top early childhood playground…

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Early Childhood Playground Safety

How our playgrounds are designed with your kids in mind!

June 13, 2023

As a childcare facility, you know there is more to caring for children than simply watching them swing and slide on the playground. Kids are much more complex than meets the eye—and so are our playgrounds! At Nature of Early Play, we are more than just a commercial playground equipment factory. We put extensive thought…

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Army Child Development Centers Choose Nature of Early Play

June 8, 2023

Playground Renovations: constructing natural playgrounds and outdoor learning environments for military child development centers across the world Despite the inevitable difficulties of military life, the Department of Defense (DoD) works very hard to make life for military families as rewarding and enjoyable as possible. They value the children of service members and want to allow…

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Reap the Benefits of Early Childhood Gardening with Raised Garden Beds

May 25, 2023

Gardening isn’t just for grown-ups. If you work with toddlers and preschoolers, you know how much they love getting their hands dirty. So they might as well put that dirt to good use! Science has shown the many benefits of gardening in early childhood development. From fine motor skills to increased academic performance and everything…

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