Play Elements by Activity

In this section, you will find all the play elements sorted by activity. This will help you develop a play environment that encourages a wide range of activities, providing spaces for rest and more active play. Selecting elements for different activities will create a rich, dynamic, and engaging play environment for all ages – one that will help to support healthy growth.

Climbing can be an exciting challenge for kids, allowing them to test their strength, skill, and courage.

Climb
Who doesn't love sliding? A timeless playground staple that provides a speedy, exhilarating trip downhill that can be enjoyed again and again.

Slide
Swings and other playground equipment let kids experience different kinds of movement and burn off some energy.

Ride + Swing
Some of the simplest elements can create exciting opportunities for play.

Run + Jump + Roll
An important motor skill that kids love to test!

Balance
These elements tap into kids' natural curiosity about the world and their need to create.

Create + Build + Grow
These elements offer a place to sit, relax quietly, or chat with a buddy.

Rest
Tap into the five senses: seeing, hearing, smelling, tasting, and feeling.

Sense
Playing together develops social skills and help kids learn how to work together.

Share + Cooperate
These elements are perfect for outdoor learning environments.

Teach + Learn
Get the creative juices flowing! These elements let kids use their imaginations to create their own fun games and narratives.

Imagine + Inspire
Kids thrive on challenge. These elements let kids try new and exciting activities at their own pace.

Challenge
Green in colour or green as in sustainability, these elements create a strong connection between kids and the natural environment.

Keep it Green
Does it rain a lot where your school is located? It's cut and dried: these elements are for you.

Keep it Dry
This section includes walls, fences, and other elements that can be used to separate and define different areas, whether it’s for a lively play zone or a quiet nook.

Separate + Enclose
These safety surfaces and elements help to minimize risk of injury from all kinds of adventurous play.

Protect
Paths and wayfinding are essential for making any place easy to navigate.

Navigate + Explore
These elements provide a secure place to keep things, whether it's for a day or a whole season.

Store+Organize