Since children learn from play, play equipment should be structured to provide reinforcement of desirable behaviors. (RA)

The playground designed for a new school in Lander (Wyoming) is strategically placed to help control the rush from the buses to the school door. (Author)

A New York City competition produces designs for accessibility in both the plan and the equipment provided in "multiuser parks." (Author)

Presents ideas for outside fitness activities such as Frisbee games, juggling, blanket ball, monsterball, jogging, and throwing. (JMB)

A review of new play and athletic equipment. (JF)

Children explore, test, and play in their recreational activities, but present playgrounds do not allow for adequate exploration of spatial relationships. (RA)

Play is knowledge-seeking behavior that leads to increasing complexity of players and play. Playgrounds should be designed to provide the greatest possible variety of new experiences. (RA)

Creative noncompetitive games are described. (JD)

Describes playgrounds as places where children can take important, exploratory risks (i.e., actively respond to challenges and adventures) within a sheltered environment. Discusses the need for supervision and observation. Suggests ways to make children feel secure about the playground and the risks that can be taken there. (DMM)

Models an art lesson for first- and second-grade students on the work of Andy Goldsworthy, who uses only natural objects in his sculptures. Asks students to create sculptures using only stones found on the playground. Describes student reactions to the activity. (DSK)

Urban streets can be turned into recreational facilities for neighborhood populations by closing them to vehicular traffic during certain hours. (RC)

Provides photographs and text on innovative designs for playgrounds. (JF)