Urban Play Quest: Paris, Day 3

[Cynthia Gentry]

Jardin d' Acclimatation, in west Paris

I can hear parents all over Atlanta freaking out at this picture! It's every bit as tall as it looks and the kids were happy and proud as they reached new heights. The parents were cool, calm and collected and didn't seem the least bit worried. The children stayed at their own comfort level and moved up when they were ready. It was great to watch.

Next to that climber is the coolest sculpture/maze structure. It seemed like a place for quieter, gentler play. A mom and her little girl were playing hide and seek, and then a little later a little boy went exploring on his own.

It seems to me that playgrounds should have art in them. When kids are at play they are so open. What better time to surround them with art?

This playground has it all! The climber is surrounded by berms filled with slides and tunnels and trees.

Will set up Flickr album shortly. SO many pictures to show!