Age-appropriate Guide for Playing on Rainbow Play Systems
There is a variety of Rainbow Play Systems available, but not all of it is suitable for all ages. Kids may want to do an activity that’s too advanced for them, which can result in a dangerous situation. Whether you’re searching for a play set to buy, or gauging whether to let your kids play in a neighbor’s backyard, keep these simple guidelines in mind.
Toddlers: under 2 years
The littlest tykes are still mastering movement, so the key is to give them space—to roll, crawl, walk, slide, and experiment with their new mobility. They love to grasp things and climb, so it’s imperative to watch them around play equipment. It’s best to keep her close to the ground and give baby swings, ramps, and simple stairs to encourage movement.
Preschoolers: 2-5 years
In this age range, kids develop new skills and love to explore. They will jump, creep, and slide on anything they can attach themselves to. Approaching kindergarten, most children are exceptionally active as they build balance, flexibility, and strength. The 2- to 5-year-old play set often resembles the 5- to 12-year-old version, but steps are smaller, slides are shorter, and the general profile is lower. Engaging ladders and spiral slides provide countless hours of entertainment.
Elementary: 5-12 years
By the time children reach school age, they’re ready for more adventurous equipment. Monkey bars, cable walks, tire swings, and rock walls develop agility and bodily awareness in a safe, fun way. In addition to play sets, kids need open spaces to burn off energy, and they thrive on opportunities to play together—pushing each other on swings, racing up and down ladders, and imagining fairy tales from a tower. As they become more comfortable in their bodies, elementary school kids are able to master ever more advanced play set equipment.
Grow with me
Many Rainbow Play Systems offer options for expansion and addition, so that as your toddler or preschooler grows up, they can continue to amuse themselves with the same play structure. Consider a model that allows you to replace a ladder with a climbing wall, or connect a swing set to one side. You’ll get more than your money’s worth, and your kids will get years of fun.
Rainbow Play Systems offers more than 100 models of swing sets and play sets for children of all ages. For help choosing the right option for your family, explore our options or contact us with questions.
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