Be it straight, parallel, round, wavy or tunnel, slides have always been the center of attraction for kids in the playgrounds. When placed in a well-constructed playground, they are often the first station that children run to. Slides are known to be popular playground attractions but apart from that they also have a crucial role to play in the development of a child. Sliding is a favourite playground activity that attracts children to being active and playful in a thrilling way.
Climbing up and sliding down the slide helps a child build balance and coordination skills. As our little ones grasp the rungs of the ladder, this motion helps them strengthen their muscles and stretch in turn increasing flexibility of a child.When children slide they train their core muscles, sitting upright while sliding down. This stimulates their trunk stability, important for avoiding back and neck pains – a growing problem in children due to sedentary lifestyles. Sliding additionally train the child’s sense of balance and spatial understanding. These skills are important in navigating the world securely. They are important motor skills and thus fundamental in physical confidence in the child.
There’s always a rush when it comes to slides, because they are so much fun. But this rush in playing helps children learn essential social skills that have a lasting impact on their social interactions as they continue to develop.