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Without question, sand and
water provides endless opportunities for experimentation and the
imagination.
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Water Table
A large water table provides the opportunity for children to combine sand
and water or involve other implements such as floating toys and
containers.
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Tire Water Chute
Water is supplied by a hand pump with a reservoir installed below the
ground surface. Water pours down into the split tire and is released at various
openings and shutoffs.
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Water Cascade
From its source, water is transported to other locations and outlets.
The platforms can be altered to form new routes via oscillating parts or
moving the entire unit. Locating a garden nearby also expands its
function.
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Hand Water Pump
Manual water pumps make it fun to supply water. They also help to prevent excessive water usage. There are
both 19 inch and 53 inch hand pumps available.
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Pump and Water Reservoir
A thirty gallon drum provide a constant water supply for kids to manually
pump out. A shutoff inside the tank reliably avoids the tank from
overfilling.
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Grated Pond
This is a great water feature for creating a natural ecosystem kids can
observe but not fall into. A thick metal grate covers the water
which can be filled with a variety plants and aquatic life.
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PVC Sand and Water Chutes
A large PVC pipe is cut in half to create movable chutes for both sand and
water play as well as for balls and other small toys.
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Lots of Buckets and Cups
Provide an assortment of plastic containers for children to carry, pour or
contain sand and water. Instead of disposing of plastic containers,
extend its usefulness.
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Sand Crater
Go a step further than your standard sand box. The edges are made of a
colored concrete that is textured and shaped to simulate rock. Each sand
crater is specially made to conform to your play area.
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Sand Box Covering
A thick tarp is essential to cover a sandbox at night to protect the sand
from cats, rainwater, or organic debris.
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Water Borders
The transition between play areas can be further explored by building a
water play feature that moves its way through an elevated partition.
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Movable Water Tables
Water play can happen anywhere and this small table on wheels bring this
feature to any area of the playground.
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Sand and Water Conveyer
Transporting water requires some engineering skills and this method
introduces a whole new process.
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Imaginary Features
Enhance water play by embellishing on the fairy tail quality of retrieving
the water from the well.
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Temporary Storage
Loose toys available in the sand area can cause a lot of
obstruction. A simple plastic milk crate is a good way for
kids to contain some of the toys and be responsible for cleaning their
messes.
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