During an unseasonably warm day this past winter, my husband and I walked with our three boys to the playground down the street from our house. The sunshine was toasty and the boys were quick to take ...

The playground at Lake County Intermediate School in Leadville, Colo., was in desperate need of a makeover. The schoolyard didn’t offer much — just a few swings, some rusty climbing equipment, a ...

Playgrounds look harmless, but small risks hide in plain sight. A loose bolt, a fast-moving older child, or a moment of distraction can turn fun into injury. Many play areas sit inside parks, school ...