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SWINGS
A wide variety of swings can be built out of different local materials. Swinging is
fun; it can help develop balance, head control, coordination, and strength. Swings with
special features can be built for the needs of particular children.
Here children in PROJIMO
make an enclosed swing.
This child with cerebral
palsy had never had a
chance to swing before.
At first he was afraid...
but after a while, he
loved it.
Swings in the form
of animals or fish
add to the fun.
Regular swings are
placed next to special
and enclosed swings, so
that non-disabled and
disabled children learn
to play side by side.
Extra wide swings allow 2
children to swing together—one
assisting the other.
tie to hold
child in swing
Rope passes through
hole in bamboo, and is
knotted.
Disabled village Children
Rings for swinging and many
games can be made by cutting out
the inner rims of old car tires.