In an increasingly fast-paced and lifestyles built on mobility and being connected to the internet 24/7, children’s lifestyles are as fast and dependent on gadgets more than ever. This means there is a growing concern for less time with family bonding and experiences in playgrounds – in which the previous generations have experienced it as an impeccable part of their childhood. In the 2020s decade after the onset of the worst global pandemic in recent history, the increasing isolation of children in terms of social and physical activities with children were made apparent during the two year stay at home mandates.

In the aftermath of the pandemic, the lifestyle of studying at home, playing at home and being dependent on gadgets and the internet is a habit that is tough to cut off. Now that hopefully the worst of the pandemic is over and things are slowly getting back to normal, it is time for children to get active again and these includes lifestyles such as family bonding outdoors and getting the necessary physical exercise. In a changed world, government leaders and city / urban planners must also take in account the growing dependence of children to the internet and as they are getting less and less take for social – physical activities done in the playground.

Stephanie H. Murray of the Atlantic – wrote: Cities Aren’t Built for Kids – a very informative piece on the evolving urban landscape that are getting less and less kid friendly. In relation to this, communities must designate safe play areas where children can be children. As playgrounds are an important part of the overall childhood journey, indoor and outdoor playgrounds are an oasis in a desert of traffic brought on by the modern lifestyle:

Children can be Children in Playgrounds

Kids are growing up faster as they take in more information through the internet. They are more aware of the world than the previous generations of kids who grew up without the internet and online media. As knowledge from internet is absorbed, it outpaces their physical and emotional development. Playgrounds are places where children can be children – playing and interacting with children as they hone or develop their social and emotional skills.

Commercial Playgrounds Can Emulate Community Playgrounds

As most parks are not equipped with outdoor playground equipment, commercial playgrounds are a huge factor in stepping up and being part of a child’s overall development. They offer an indoor playground experience while being conveniently located in most entertainment areas where families often go to the weekend: malls, entertainment spaces and such.

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