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Do you want your teachers to use play more in and out of the classroom? Around the world, we've met countless inspiring teachers, creatively working amidst challenges of resource scarcity and overflowing class sizes to ensure the children in their care receive the best education possible. These tenacious men and women remind us of the […]

This low-to-the-ground climbing structure is great for many children to play on at the same time and adds a fun element to any playground. It is also acts similar to a dampened trampoline. Follow the link to get the step-by-step instructions for building your own "Platform Triangle.” (Must create user account to see full instructions.) […]

This design is for a simple swing seat that is easy to build and lasts a long time. Climb in like a classic tire swing and get ready to go flying! Follow the link to get the step-by-step instructions for building your own "Swing Seat Tear Drop.” (Must create user account to see full instructions.) […]

Last month, we launched the PlayLab Fellowship, a unique opportunity for students and recent graduates to gain experience in the playground field and make a meaningful contribution to an open source movement that is spreading access to play to hundreds of thousands of children across the globe. We went on the hunt for talented, innovative, self-starting, think-outside-the-box-ers who were passionate about […]

The "Scorpion" is a great structure to build if you have access to lots of tires. It makes for a fun climbing element as well as a visually impressive piece on the playground.   Follow the link to get the step-by-step instructions for building your own "Scorpian.” (Must create user account to see full instructions.) Got an […]

This simple climber creates both a high challenge for younger children and tucked away spaces to retreat into. Supplement the area by adding fabric children can use to drape between the bars and create "dens." Follow the link to get the step-by-step instructions for building your own "Triangular Climber.” (Must create user account to see […]

This tire climbing element is low to the ground – a great choice for toddlers or young nursery children. They’ll love testing their abilities climbing on top, or climbing inside for a cozy view of the playground action. Follow the link to get the step-by-step instructions for building your own "Tent Climber.” (Must create user […]

The “Seesaw Flower” is an all-tire version of a see-saw element. It can accommodate four kids at once!   Follow the link to get the step-by-step instructions for building your own "Seesaw Flower.”  (Must create user account to see full instructions.) Got an idea for a playground element? Join our community and submit your designs here.  

The “Maze Mega” is a fantastic element if you have tons of tires at your disposal. When tire hunting, be sure to check in with large industries in your area – car repair garages, gas stations, cell phone companies, big NGOs, government offices, mining operations, and roads authorities are all worth visiting. Company managers are […]

Preschool kids will love this imaginative tunneling element. Rendering by Janice Lau Follow the link to get the step-by-step instructions for building your own "Train.”  (Must create user account to see full instructions.) Got an idea for a playground element? Join our community and submit your designs here.  

This cute imaginative climber is a great choice if you have textured tractor tires on hand. Follow the link to get the step-by-step instructions for building your own "Slugger.” (Must create user account to see full instructions.) Got an idea for a playground element? Join our community and submit your designs here.

The “Cubby Tire Nursery” is a great climbing/den structure for young kids. It’s nearly entirely tire, so it’s a great alternative to wooden cubbies in areas where termites are a problem. Follow the link to get the step-by-step instructions for building your own "Cubby Tire Nursery.” (Must create user account to see full instructions.) Got […]