When kids walk onto a playground, they often run to the swing set first. They enjoy the rush of climbing into the air and the feeling of falling back towards the earth. Swings bring children undeniable enjoyment, but they can also help your youngster’s development. Below are three ways swing sets can help your child’s development.

3 Benefits of Swing Sets for Children 

1. Strengthens Gross & Fine Motor Skills

Kids have to keep themselves steady on swings; this helps improve their sense of balance. The act of pumping their legs to keep the swing moving and gaining height allows them to exercise these muscles and improve their gross motor skills to increase mobility.  Holding tightly to the chains lets youngsters strengthen the muscles in hands and wrists, letting them develop their fine motor skills for writing, drawing, and other activities. 

2. Promotes Collaboration

Swinging with other children can help kids learn to get along better with each other. Participating in synchronized movement encourages kids to cooperate on other tasks. Strengthening collaborative skills when your child is young will put them on the path to work well with others and build positive relationships as they get older. 

3. Raises Alertness

Swinging outside stimulates blood flow to the brain. If your child has a hard time staying focused or gets sleepy easily, swinging once a day could help them remain alert. This means they will have a greater attention span when doing other activities. The endorphins released while swinging could also reduce irritability and improve their mood.

If you want children to play on a swing set in the safety and privacy of your yard, reach out to Cricket on the Hearth. The family-owned company has a fully stocked showroom of Swing Kingdom® swing sets you can customize to keep your kids engaged. As a member of the Better Contractors Bureau of Rochester, NY, with over 50 years of experience, they’ll provide safe and impeccable installation of any purchase. To learn about product warranties and schedule a service appointment in the Monroe County area, call (585) 385-2420. Visit the company’s website and Facebook page to learn more about their playground sets.