The Family Play Store

12/12/2016

All good things should come with moderation, and the same can be said for playtime. True, there are many scientific journals and articles that rave about the benefits of play, but is there such a thing as too much playtime?
https://www.champcraftplaysets.com/blog/is-there-such-a-thing-as-too-much-play/

12/08/2016

Buying accessories will invigorate your swing set and hopefully inspire your children to get back on the swings. Items like a steering wheel, canopy, pull up bars, and other accessories will make your swing set seem like a brand new playground. So, get your wallet ready because you’ll fall in love with these options.
https://www.champcraftplaysets.com/blog/how-to-accessorize-your-swing-set/

12/06/2016

Sometimes it’s easier and cheaper to buy a secondhand playground than to buy something new. True, there are plenty of options when it comes to secondhand, but there are plenty of reasons to buy new backyard playsets. Remember that an older playset might be cheaper, but it could be a playset that has many hazards because it is older.
https://www.champcraftplaysets.com/blog/should-i-buy-my-playset-secondhand/

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12/02/2016

Whoever said that children hated gardening? Most of the time kids are covered in dirt and mud when they’re done playing, so don’t kids and gardens mix? Well the good news is they do, and there are many benefits that come from this pairing. Kids are not only getting exercise, but they are learning about plants, gardening, and growing their own food. And studies have shown that growing their own food makes kids more likely to eat it. This article discusses ways you can use kid’s garden furniture and other tools to foster a love for soil, plants, and their food.
https://www.champcraftplaysets.com/blog/teaching-kids-to-love-their-garden/

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12/01/2016

Just like at the dinner table or at school, there is a code of conduct when you’re on the playground. It’s easy for children to lose sight of their manners in the heat of play, or otherwise losing their temper. But it’s crucial for kids to remember their manners because it’s necessary for when they become adults. A code of conduct or manners will not only humble children, but teach them to be polite and firm with their values.

https://www.champcraftplaysets.com/blog/the-importance-of-playground-etiquette/

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12/01/2016

It’s a bit of an odd concept to find pleasure in sliding down a plastic tube, or swinging around on what looks like a hanging ladder. But children – and sometimes adults – find pleasure in these activities. Even human’s closest relatives in the animal kingdom, chimpanzees and apes, enjoy these activities. But why?

https://www.champcraftplaysets.com/blog/why-do-kids-love-playgrounds/

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11/29/2016

As it turns out, it’s all too common for our children to learn to hide their feelings instead of expressing themselves for what they are really feeling. So, it's important to know how to teach your child to manage his emotions.

https://www.champcraftplaysets.com/blog/how-to-teach-your-child-to-manage-his-emotions/

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11/29/2016

We love our Amish built swing sets. Our kids spend hours of fun filled time on them every day. But whether they are playing tag, running around the backyard, or swinging, you may not know that that there are actually many benefits for having your kids swing. Read More to find out.

https://www.champcraftplaysets.com/blog/psychological-benefits-of-swings/

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11/22/2016

Studies suggest that recess is important for your child's growth and development. Here are a few reasons you should invest in your child's school's playground equipment.
https://www.champcraftplaysets.com/blog/is-recess-important-for-your-child/

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11/18/2016

I think we can all agree there are some things that kids get easier than we do. Why not learn from them? Get on their level and try out a game of pretend. The day you stop playing is the day you start getting old!
https://www.champcraftplaysets.com/blog/what-can-you-learn-from-your-children/

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11/16/2016

I think we can all agree there are some things that kids get easier than we do. Why not learn from them? Get on their level and try out a game of pretend. The day you stop playing is the day you start getting old!
https://www.champcraftplaysets.com/blog/what-can-you-learn-from-your-children/

11/14/2016

Everything is structured in our child’s life. Whether it be their school schedule or their play time – in reality, our children live rather structured lives. But what we don’t realize is that unstructured play cannot be replaced. It is needed for our children's growth.
Read more.
https://www.champcraftplaysets.com/blog/the-importance-of-unstructured-play/

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