Opinions expressed by Digital Journal contributors are their own. Playing isn’t just for enjoyment. It’s a way for children to develop skills, learn habits, and (of course) burn off some extra energy, ...

Few things make 10-year-old Teddy Blondheim happier than playing alongside his older brother on a playground. But this isn’t always possible. Teddy has a rare genetic disorder that affects "all ...

Kids in Beauregard Parish have a new outdoor space, as a brand-new playground officially opened on Thursday, October 16.

Other than snacks, the thing my kid asks for the most is to go to the park. For better or for worse, our local park is just one block away, which means in the warmer months, we’re often there at least ...

“Warm weather months bring fun times, but they can hold many hidden harms,” said David Schwebel, Ph.D., director of the youth safety lab at UAB. “It is important for parents to be aware so the good ...

CLEVELAND (WJW) – It’s that time of the year again… time to get the kids out of the house! Northeast Ohio is home to many playgrounds, perfect for imaginative play and exploration. Many of the parks ...

Community Services staff supervised all of Cincinnati’s “play streets” and seemed to favor lots of “circle” activities in which children held hands instead of running around randomly. Back when ...

Cliff riders' have sparked concern among some community members, but 20 have been installed across the country in an effort ...

Birmingham has unveiled its first all-inclusive playground, inspired by a local mother's vision for a space where children of ...

The brand new indoor playground at the Marshall YMCA has officially opened to the public for local families and children to ...