MESPA Institute 2018

The playground should be a place for laughter, friends and fun, for all.  Traditional playgrounds focus on accessible design and developmentally appropriate play activities. It’s crucial to take a step beyond ADA compliant, and to design playgrounds not only to be accessible, but to promote an environment that includes everyone. As autism and sensory disorders become more prolific, evidence-based research shows how crucial sensory-rich play environments contribute to the development of functional skills, imagination and socialization to provide a higher level of inclusive play for all.