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Store+Organize

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

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The placement of garbage, compost, and recycling receptacles is key to creating a clean and well cared for school yard. It also has the potential to...

Garbage, Compost & Recycling

For seasonal elements or anything that can be moved, storage is a must. Storing items protects them from theft or vandalism, or simply gets things out...

Storage

While they don’t necessarily provide play value (although children can have amazing imaginations), bicycle racks should be included on any...

Bicycle Racks

 
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