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Activity Panels
"Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn." —Benjamin Franklin Transform playgrounds into inspiring learning spaces with our interactive Activity Panels! Our sturdy yet fun walls provide a safe environment for kids to play side-by-side, encouraging imaginative play that boosts brain development and social skills. Create an exciting multisensory experience as children explore learning about everything from Sign Language to Weather. Make your playset one-of-a-kind with Nature of Early Play Activity and Photo Panels! Our panels are made from durable alumalite material, coated in laminated vinyl for a long-lasting picture-perfect finish that will endure the elements. Choose any pieces from our collection to put together an impressive panel center to truly personalize your outdoor space. Featuring a wide selection of activities, these interactive wall panels offer children a playful, hands-on introduction to different Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) topics that will get them excited about learning. They won’t just be learning their colors and numbers, however; they’ll be developing fine motor skills, and practicing problem-solving and critical thinking, all while socializing with peers. While our activity panels make great barriers to enclose sections of a play area, they won’t put any boundaries on learning!
From The Woods
"In nature, nothing is perfect and everything is perfect. Trees can be contorted, bent in weird ways, and they're still beautiful." –Alice Walker Though we pride ourselves in our creative playground designs, nature will always be the best playground. Our line of natural playground equipment allows the children at your preschool, daycare, church, or community center to experience the wonder of the woods right in their own play area. Made from gorgeous durable cedar wood, our Wood Benches, Wood Tables, and Wood Stepping Stumps make versatile additions to any outdoor space. There’s nothing more natural than a child at play. That’s why we created a line of wooden playground equipment to meld the high-quality products we are known for with the beauty of materials from the earth. Our real wood pieces are treated and sealed to extend their life as they go through natural aging from the sun and outdoor elements. Extend their life even further by bringing your pieces indoors when not in use. Note that our From the Woods products are exempt from our usual warranties since wood will naturally crack and weather over time. Stay down to earth with natural wood playground equipment from Nature of Early Play!
Imaginative
Sparking Imagination: The Impact of Age-Appropriate Playground Equipment on Child Development In the magical journey of childhood, the power of imagination plays a pivotal role in shaping the minds and experiences of young learners. Age-appropriate playground equipment, specifically designed for infants and toddlers, serves as a catalyst for igniting the flames of creativity and exploration through play. Nature of Early Play's imaginative products offer a treasure trove of options like Mud Kitchens, Play Houses, and Trike Play areas, each designed to inspire and nurture the imaginative spirits of children. Playground equipment that resonates with the interests and capabilities of young children encourages them to weave stories, roles, and scenarios from the fabric of their imagination. This form of play is not just entertainment; it's a critical aspect of cognitive development, allowing children to explore concepts, express emotions, and navigate social interactions. The inclusion of ADA-compliant playsets ensures that every child, regardless of ability, has the opportunity to dive into the world of imaginative play, fostering an inclusive environment where all children can dream and explore together.
Infant Play
“No animal is so inexhaustible as an excited infant.” —Amy Leslie Do you work with a rambunctious bunch of babies? Try a specially designed Infant Playset from Nature of Early Play! Our littlest play equipment is perfectly suited to create a safe and stimulating place for our littlest clients to practice crawling, rolling, and braving their first steps in the great outdoors. Just because a playground is labeled as “infant outdoor equipment” does not mean that it meets safety standards for 6- to 23-month children. This means your infants could be at risk of injury from equipment that is not truly age-appropriate. At Nature of Early Play, your children’s safety is paramount. Our Infant Playgrounds are made from durable recycled plastic that goes beyond minimum safety standards and won’t rust, flake, or chip under the elements. Infants are quickly bounding through developmental milestones as they explore their bodies and the world around them. Our infant playground designers are experts on child development, so they created equipment that provides babies with the perfect amount of stimulation to guide them in the process. Our hands-on panels, like the Rock Holds on the Tiny Hiker or the Chickadee Chime Panel on the Lacewing, keep your infants’ hands busy developing those fine motor skills. Our tunnels and slides will challenge your babies as they learn to use their bodies to wiggle through the world. You won’t be missing out either; you can soak up the sun with your tots while they play and get your daily dose of Vitamin-D. Our Infant Playsets really are a bundle of joy!
Infant Play Elements
Nurturing Early Development: The Importance of Age-Appropriate Playground Equipment for Infants
Do you work with a rambunctious bunch of babies? Try a specially designed Infant Playset from Nature of Early Play! Our littlest play equipment is perfectly suited to create a safe and stimulating place for our littlest clients to practice crawling, rolling, and braving their first steps in the great outdoors. Just because a playground is labeled as “infant outdoor equipment” does not mean that it meets safety standards for 6- to 23-month-old children. If you have a generic playground, your infants could be at risk of injury from equipment that is not truly age-appropriate. Nature of Early Play's infant playground equipment is built with the highest safety standards in mind, including our proprietary Cloud surfacing. Infant corrals provide a safe space for babies to practice crawling and moving, which is essential for building strength and coordination.
Motion
“Take care of your body, it’s the only place you have to live.” —Jim Rohn Bounce your way to better balance and motor skills with our line-of-motion playground equipment at Nature of Early Play! Our Bridges, Balance Beams, and Bouncy Animals are a blast! Infants, toddlers, and preschoolers can work on their coordination and gross motor skills which are rapidly developing during early childhood. Preschool isn’t too early to start healthy habits! Physical activity has enormous benefits for a child’s physical and mental well-being. Most children do not get the 60 minutes of daily moderate physical activity recommended by the CDC. When your preschool children are having a grand old time bouncing away on one of our adorable Bouncy Animals, they’re building muscle, gaining balance and coordination, and developing gross and fine motor skills. When your toddlers “walk the plank” on one of our Balance Beams, they’re engaging major muscle groups. Our Arch Bridges are great for trike play or walking. Not to mention endless possibilities with imaginative play! If you work with a younger crowd, infants can develop the same coordination and motor skills with a baby Belly Swing. Keep your infants, toddlers, and preschoolers moving to a healthy childhood with our playground motion products!
Mud Kitchen Sets
“Cooking with kids is not just about ingredients, recipes, and cooking. It’s about harnessing imagination, empowerment, and creativity.” –Guy Fieri Anyone who works with children knows how much kids love all things culinary. Encourage their creativity and social play with a Mud Kitchen from Nature of Early Play! Kids can stir up sand, water, and mud to cook up some fantastically appetizing (or unappetizing!) concoctions. Your children don’t have to be mini-Paula Deans to enjoy one of our fabulous Mud Kitchens! Future chefs will appreciate the numerous features, including a pretend stove, microwave, refrigerator, and pot racks along with plenty of shelf storage and counter space. There is even a working sink! All kitchen components are made with heavy-duty plastic meant to endure the elements year-round. Our Mud Kitchens won’t rust, chip, or fade, so they can be enjoyed by preschool cooks for years to come. You’ll love watching your little chefs cook up luscious mud pies knowing our Mud Kitchens clean up easily with soap and water. What’s better than cooking in a fully-stocked kitchen? Cooking in a full kitchen that’s color-coordinated! Order your Mud Kitchen to match your decor by selecting a custom color palette. All kitchen components are available with tan frames and your choice of standard colors for doors and trim. Bon appetit!
Outdoor Classroom
The classroom has moved outdoors! Take crafts, reading time, science projects, music lessons and gardening OUTside with our full product line of heavy-duty play and learning products - tables, musical instruments, storage sheds, art panels, chalkboards, garden beds, sensory water and sand tables and much more. All products are made from recycled materials! If you are interested in creating an OUTDOOR LEARNING SPACE check out our Drama Deck, Story House, Picnic House, Tot House. If you have a bilingual class room we have Sign Language Panel, Linguistics Panels which includes Colors, Weather and Numbers panels in Cherokee, Spanish, Oneida, Otoe, and Tulalip Tribe to name a few. We can customize for any language. See our Outdoor Classroom playground products here or watch our Outdoor Learning video to see a 3D playground design for ideas.
Play Sets
Our Nature of Early Play line of products paved the way in early childhood play by being the first to specialize in infant, toddler, and preschool playsets. We show our commitment to fostering early childhood development by offering a wide range of playsets, each meticulously crafted to support young children's unique physical, cognitive, and social needs. Our playsets go beyond entertainment to offer rich educational and inclusive environments for daycares, preschools, churches, parks, and beyond. Safe and Environmentally Conscious Play Environments Safety and sustainability are paramount in early childhood play equipment. Nature of Early Play playsets are designed with these principles at their core, constructed from eco-friendly Recycled Structural Plastic (RSP). Children appreciate the vibrant colors and thrilling play components, while caregivers appreciate the low maintenance and peace of mind that our structures won’t chip, rust, or degrade under the elements. Inclusive Play for All Children We firmly believe that each child has the right to play safely alongside their peers. Nature of Early Play recognizes this need by offering ADA-compliant playsets so children of all abilities can play together in a welcoming environment. These inclusive playsets are thoughtfully designed for accessibility to wheelchairs and other mobility devices. This approach enriches the play experience for all children and fosters empathy, understanding, and social skills from an early age.
Playground Packages
Don’t settle for less than the total package! With so many incredible pieces of playground equipment to choose from, how do you pick which pieces perfectly complement each other to make the ultimate playground experience? We’ve got good news—we’ve done all the work for you! Whether you’re involved with a daycare, preschool, church, or community center, give your children the whole package with one of Nature of Early play’s complete Playground Packages! We’ve taken the guesswork out of playground imagineering by creating a variety of complete Playground Packages perfect for your infants and preschoolers. Our play experts have given their time and energy into putting together amazingly entertaining and educational playsets that serve each part of a child’s development. Whether it be our Infant package for your under-2 crowd, the Seed-to-Table for your tiny future farmers, or the STEAM playset for your mathematicians in the making, we have the perfect play experience for the kids at your facility. These playsets have everything you need to foster active, social, and sensory play which is incredibly important at that age. While our playground packages are perfect as-is, they can also serve as a starting point and be customized to your preferences. A playground should be more than a place to get out the wiggles. Give your children a playground that’s as impressive as they are with a Playground Package from Nature of Early Play!
Preschool Playgrounds
Introducing Our Latest Preschool Playgrounds In an age where the foundation of a child’s future is built on early learning experiences, it's crucial to provide environments that stimulate both their minds and bodies. Our latest range of preschool playgrounds from Nature of Early Play by Play Mart has been meticulously designed to cater to the growing needs of preschool-aged children, aiming to nourish their physical, cognitive, and social development in a fun, engaging way. Crafted for Creative Minds and Active Bodies Our playgrounds are constructed from highly durable Recycled Structural Plastic (RSP), ensuring that they stand the test of time against the elements and the energetic play of countless children. This reflects our commitment to sustainability while ensuring a safe, low-maintenance place to play that will be appreciated by children and caregivers alike. With each feature thoughtfully designed to foster the mental and physical development of preschool-aged children, our playgrounds offer a plethora of benefits:
- Physical Health: A variety of climbing frames, slides, and swings encourage children to jump, climb, and balance, promoting their motor skills and physical health.
- Cognitive Development: Interactive panels embedded within the playground equipment stimulate problem-solving skills, spatial awareness, and creative thinking.
- Sensory Stimulation: Our playgrounds are vibrant and colorful, equipped with various textures and sounds to provide a rich sensory experience.
- Social Interaction: The layout and design of the playground encourage cooperative play, helping children develop essential communication and social skills.
- Inclusivity at Heart: We believe every child has the right to play and learn, which is why our playgrounds include ADA-compliant inclusive options, ensuring children of all abilities can enjoy and benefit from the complete experience.
Sand, Water, Gardening
"Play in the dirt. Because life is too short to always have clean fingernails."—Unknown We’ve got the dirt on all things play at Nature of Early Play! Working in a garden has innumerable benefits for children as they learn about science and nature. Not to mention it’s downright fun! We offer a line of Sand, Water, and Gardening equipment to add a touch of nature to your play area. We want to see children learn to love the earth as much as we do. Our nature and gardening play equipment get kids immersed in early STEM education with hands-on activities so fun they won’t even realize they’re learning! Your kids will love seeing gravity and water flow in action as they watch water pour from one trough to another at our unique adjustable Water Troughs. They can observe the wonders of a contained ecosystem and appreciate the importance of conservation in a tot-sized Nature Bowl or a more adventurous-sized Greenhouse. All this learning shouldn’t come without a little mess! Make sure to incorporate a few of our beautiful Planters and RSP Sandboxes so your children can have the full nature experience. Plant the seeds of environmental learning with nature and gardening equipment from Nature of Early Play!
Sensory
“The five senses are the ministers of the soul.” —Leonardo da Vinci Children can tap into their inner da Vinci with sensory playground equipment from Nature of Early Play! Kids of all ages can create masterpieces with mud, sand, water and sound. At Nature of Early Play, we know that the playground is about more than just entertainment. That’s why we have a line of sensory playground equipment that gives children a tactile, visual, auditory, and kinesthetic experience. Anyone who works with infants and preschoolers knows they are all about exploring the world around them. What better way to learn about the world than with your senses? When children take part in sensory play, they are reaping more benefits than you may realize. They are building brain-body connections that foster problem-solving skills and creativity. Our variety of Outdoor Musical Instruments allow your children to learn cooperation and ingenuity as they experiment making an endless amount of melodies. Your preschoolers can learn botany and other STEM concepts with our Planters and Nature Bowls. Pieces can be purchased individually for smaller play areas or as a set for a great outdoor learning experience. Make your playground sensational with Nature of Early Play!
Storage
Our playground storage solutions give you a safe place to stow away after all that amazing play! Looking for a way to organize your outdoor play area or outdoor classroom? Look no further than Nature of Early Play! If you’re involved with a daycare, preschool, church, or community center, we have a great line of heavy-duty outdoor storage that will meet your unique needs. Our Storage Carts are perfect for holding large toys or materials, while our Modular Boxes can be connected in infinite configurations to fit any space. If you need outdoor storage for larger items, check out our Storage Shed with optional windows. For smaller items, our Treasure Trays with clear polycarbonate drawers let children view their “treasures”. Our products are made from high-quality materials and are designed to last. We want to protect little fingers while we protect your play equipment, so our Storage Bench comes with hydraulic hinges. Keep your playground equipment secure and out of the elements with one or more of our great playground storage solutions. Whether you need storage for balls, blocks, or bikes, we’ve got you (literally!) covered.
Swings
“It don’t mean a thing if it ain’t got that swing.” —Duke Ellington At Nature of Early Play, we’ve got that swing! Whether you need a single Baby Belly Swing for your daycare or a Three-bay Swing set for your preschool, we’ve got you covered. We even have Adaptive Swing Seats that are ADA compliant so children of all ability levels can experience the pure joy of the swing. Swing high, swing low, swing all day! Everyone loves to swing. We developed a variety of swing frames and swing seats for every age and ability. Our swing frames can accommodate any size playground with 1,2, and 3 bays and up to 6 swings. Your infants can feel the wind beneath their feet in our chain front or Full Bucket seats. Bigger kids can have the old-fashioned swing experience with a traditional Belt Seat. Better yet, what kid doesn’t love to get together with friends on a Tire Swing and spin themselves dizzy? No child has to miss out on the fun with our Adaptive Seats that meet ADA compliance standards. You can customize your swing set with any combination of Swing Seats that are perfect for your daycare, preschool, church, park, or community center. With all of our swing frame and seat options, the sky’s the limit!
Themed
“Play is the foundation of learning, creativity, self-expression, and constructive problem-solving. It’s how children wrestle with life to make it meaningful. ” —Susan Linn, Contemporary American psychiatrist While most of our playground equipment is designed around a variety of themes, our Activity Panels, Inclusive Playsets, and Native American pieces are particularly designed with a specific purpose in mind. Explore our selection of play equipment designed to educate, inspire and promote inclusion. With themed categories ranging from language and science to honoring Native American heritage, you can create an enriching playground experience for your infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Our activity panels are great educational tools for a wide variety of subjects. Teach those little hands to sign with our detailed Sign Language Panel. Get kids excited about Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) topics with one of our interactive Sand Chutes and walls or an intriguing Linguistic Weather Panel. Activity panels can be ordered individually or as a set for a great supplement to outdoor classrooms. Add a touch of history to your children’s outdoor learning with a Tipi and Cover. Make sure all this fun learning is accessible to children of all abilities by incorporating one of our ADA compliant playground additions. At Nature of Early Play, we have something for everyone!
Toddler Play
“A two-year-old is kind of like having a blender, but you don’t have a top for it.” —Jerry Seinfeld Contain all that chaos with a stimulating toddler playground from Nature of Early Play! At ages 18-36 months, children are learning to walk, communicate, and socialize with peers. Their environment plays a crucial role in their development. Our collection of high-quality toddler playground equipment offers a safe and stimulating environment for our tot-sized clients to grow their bodies and minds. Toddler playsets foster active play, enhance fine motor control, and promote cognitive development, language, and social skills. Our equipment does a lot for tots! Our playsets for this age group span 2 different safety codes – ASTM F2373 (ages 6 – 23 months) and ASTM F1487 (ages 2-12 years). Each toddler playset meets requirements for ages 6 months to 5 years because it is designed to meet the maximum requirements of the F2373 code and the minimum requirements of the preschool portion of the F1487 code, thereby spanning and completely covering the requirements of each code for each age group. For example, all panels are designed at the minimum height required for Preschoolers (2-5 years) which is 29” high. Alternatively, the stepping platforms (decks) are spaced in 7” step increments to meet the maximum step requirements for the F2373 code. The toddler line at Nature of Early Play includes a variety of themed playsets like the Angelfish, Sea Critters, and Galaxy Express. These include slides, tunnels, and interactive features like gears and steering wheels that build motor skills. The amusing side panels, like the Chime Panel or Color Gauge Panel with a Teleidoscope, offer playful social and sensory activities. We also know that toddlers can turn anything into a safety hazard, so we prioritize safety by using durable recycled plastic that won’t rust, chip, or crack. Most of our equipment can be ordered with a custom color scheme that’s perfect for your daycare or other childcare facility. Contact us to help you choose a playset that will satisfy you and the pickiest of toddlers!
Trike Play
As John F. Kennedy said, “nothing compares to the pleasure of a bike (or trike!) ride.” Lead your little ones on the road to imagination with our fantastic line of trike amenities! Whether you’ve already got a bunch of avid trikers or you’re forming a brand-new baby trike club, we have everything you need to outfit your playground for safe imaginative trike play. Made from heavy-duty recycled materials, our playground trike products will keep your preschoolers on the right path for years to come! Your children can get much-needed physical activity as they pedal their trikes over gorgeous Arch Bridges to the local Farmers Market and Cafe. Make sure your little town is protected by a brave bunch of mini first responders at the Police and Fire Station, complete with colorful gauges and an engraved Dalmatian. Teach your children about the future of sustainable transportation with an Electric Vehicle Super Charger and EV Charging Garage. At the end of the day, your tots can safely stow their trikes in a Trike Garage or Trike Storage Shed. Put the pedal to the metal and order your trike play accessories from Nature of Early Play today!
Water
Nature Bowls and Water Troughs: A World of Discovery Awaits
Introducing our one-of-a-kind Nature Bowls and Water Troughs–the perfect addition to any early childhood center or park playground. Nature of Early Play garden and water playground equipment is designed to entertain and inspire curiosity, facilitate discovery, and encourage the development of important skills in infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Key Features That Set Us Apart:- Self-Contained Water System: Nature of Early Play water bowls and troughs don’t require costly plumbing and time-consuming cleanup. Our integrated hand pumps and water wheels ensure water play is sustainable and self-contained. The water gets recycled through a cleverly designed system, returned to a reservoir, and collected to be pumped again through a filtered hose, ensuring that playtime is fun and environmentally conscious.
- Engage and Educate: There’s something magical about water play. Nature of Early Play water bowls and troughs are more than play equipment; they are interactive learning platforms that engage all the senses. They offer tactile experiences encouraging children to experiment, explore hydrodynamics, understand cause and effect, and develop fine motor skills. As children pour, splash, and observe the water flow, they develop crucial physical and social skills in a thrilling way.
- Durability Meets Design: Understanding the vigors of outdoor play, our Nature Bowls and Water Troughs are constructed to withstand the elements and the enthusiastic play of young children. The durable Recycled Structural Plastic (RSP) ensures longevity and reduce the need for repair or replacement, making them a wise investment for any early childhood facility looking to enhance its outdoor play area.