Abstract: A portable sandbox comprises a modular sandbox assembly and a plurality of wheels. The sandbox assembly comprises a durable, waterproof open-top box structure, a flat lid, a plurality of attachable handles, and the like. A bottom surface of the box structure comprises the plurality of wheels for transportation along a ground surface. In a preferred embodiment, the box further comprises a drainage hole to allow for use as a planter.

Abstract: A portable sandbox for carrying sand is provided. The portable sandbox includes a support frame and a carrier body. The support frame includes a front axle and a rear axle, a first and a second pair of upright support members, at least two front wheels where each of the at least two wheels is pivotally connected to an end portion of the front axle, at least two rear wheels where each of the at least two wheels is pivotally connected to an end portion of the rear axle, and a base member comprising a first and a second pair of arms. The carrier body includes a bottom enclosure disposed on the base member of the support frame, and front and rear side panels extending vertically upwards from the bottom enclosure. Furthermore, the portable sandbox includes a handle securely attached to the support frame for pulling the portable sandbox.

Abstract: A portable sandbox for carrying sand is provided. The portable sandbox includes a support frame and a carrier body. The support frame includes a front axle and a rear axle, a first and a second pair of upright support members, at least two front wheels where each of the at least two wheels is pivotally connected to an end portion of the front axle, at least two rear wheels where each of the at least two wheels is pivotally connected to an end portion of the rear axle, and a base member comprising a first and a second pair of arms. The carrier body includes a bottom enclosure disposed on the base member of the support frame, and front and rear side panels extending vertically upwards from the bottom enclosure. Furthermore, the portable sandbox includes a handle securely attached to the support frame for pulling the portable sandbox.

Abstract: A cover for a sandbox comprising a plurality of vertical poles situated around the perimeter of the sandbox and a cover assembly. The cover assembly comprises an outer frame, inner frame, and flexible cover. The inner frame comprises a plurality of support members, which support a flexible cover and are fixedly attached to the outer frame. Each vertical pole comprises a pulley system and a vertical slot. The pulley system is connected to the outer frame with an attachment means and is fully enclosed within the vertical pole except for a portion of the attachment means. The attachment means travels up and down within the vertical slot. Each vertical pole comprises a pole cover that is slightly shorter than the vertical slot and moves laterally to expose or conceal the vertical slot.

Abstract: Panels for assembling a sandbox frame include an elongate A panel and an elongate B panel. Each panel has an end portion terminating in an end edge. The end edge is oriented transverse to the length dimension of the panel. A first cord receiving notch is disposed in the A panel end edge. A second cord receiving notch is disposed in the B panel end edge. A first elongate A slot is proximate the A panel end portion. The first slot is oriented transverse to the length dimension of the A panel. A second elongate B slot is proximate the B panel end portion. The second slot is oriented transverse to the length dimension of the B panel. A first groove is disposed in the A panel end portion. The first groove is oriented transverse to the A panel length dimension. The groove is recessed from a main surface of the A panel and defined by opposed groove walls wherein one of the groove walls is beveled. When the A and B panels are assembled, the A panel slot interlocks with the B panel slot.

Abstract: A sandbox according to the present invention includes a desk having a plurality of legs and defining an open receiving area. The sandbox includes a basin coupled to the desk and extending into the open receiving area, the basin having an area for receiving sand. The basin includes a plurality of sidewalls and at least one sidewall defines a notch. The desk includes a lip extending outwardly from the basin sidewall that defines a notch. The sandbox includes a perforated cover movable between a first configuration covering the lip and a second configuration exposing the lip, the cover defining a plurality of perforations to allow sand to pass through to the lip when at the first configuration. The sandbox includes a drawing board pivotally coupled to the lid and that may be maintained at various angles relative to an imaginary horizontal plane.

Abstract: A play area cover is provided with a flexible sheet member that is urged into a generally convex shape over the play area to shed water and debris away from the cover and the play area. Various structural embodiments are provided for defining the convex shape of the cover. Anchoring mechanisms are provided for releasably securing the cover with a base frame of the play area. Safety mechanisms are incorporated within the supporting and anchoring systems to substantially prevent injury to children and animals around the play area.

Abstract: A sandbox according to the present invention includes a desk having a plurality of legs and defining an open receiving area. The sandbox includes a basin coupled to the desk and extending into the open receiving area, the basin having an area for receiving sand. The basin includes a plurality of sidewalls and at least one sidewall defines a notch. The desk includes a lip extending outwardly from the basin sidewall that defines a notch. The sandbox includes a perforated cover movable between a first configuration covering the lip and a second configuration exposing the lip, the cover defining a plurality of perforations to allow sand to pass through to the lip when at the first configuration. The sandbox includes a drawing board pivotally coupled to the lid and that may be maintained at various angles relative to an imaginary horizontal plane.

Abstract: Panels for assembling a sandbox frame include an elongate A panel and an elongate B panel. Each panel has an end portion terminating in an end edge. The end edge is oriented transverse to the length dimension of the panel. A first cord receiving notch is disposed in the A panel end edge. A second cord receiving notch is disposed in the B panel end edge. A first elongate A slot is proximate the A panel end portion. The first slot is oriented transverse to the length dimension of the A panel. A second elongate B slot is proximate the B panel end portion. The second slot is oriented transverse to the length dimension of the B panel. A first groove is disposed in the A panel end portion. The first groove is oriented transverse to the A panel length dimension. The groove is recessed from a main surface of the A panel and defined by opposed groove walls wherein one of the groove walls is beveled. When the A and B panels are assembled, the A panel slot interlocks with the B panel slot.

Abstract: A restorable sand or pellet pile is provided for use as an amusement or exercise device. A sand or pellet collection chamber has inclined side walls that converge toward each other in a downward direction and having a bottom surface connected to the side walls. A support deck is positioned above the side walls of the collection chamber and is adapted to support sand or pellets on its upper surface. A safety grating is formed around the perimeter of the support deck to allow sand or pellets to flow downwardly therethrough into the collection chamber as children or adults play or exercise on the pile. A diaphragm pump is positioned in the collection chamber and pumps sand upwardly through a vertically extending conduit to restore the pile. The pump may be operated intermittently or continuously. Other pumping mechanisms may be used. The preferred embodiment utilizes resilient inclined side walls in the collection chamber and a vibrator connected to the side walls to cause the side walls to vibrate.

Abstract: A playing pool includes an upper ring, a middle ring and a bottom sheet made from a flexible and water-proof plastic sheet by thermal fusion. The upper ring is a rolled hollow ring, and the middle ring and the bottom sheet are made from a sheet. The middle ring has an upper side and a lower side to connect the upper ring and the bottom sheet by thermal fusion to contain water. The middle ring is formed from an integrated and elongated plastic sheet and formed with a plurality of trapezoids that have a narrower upper side, a wider lower side and slant lateral sides to mate different perimeters of the upper ring and the bottom sheet. Every two neighboring trapezoids are bordered by a wedge type slit notch directing vertically from the upper side to the lower side thereof. The two lateral sides of two neighboring trapezoids are connected by thermal fusion to form the middle ring to contain water. The integrated middle ring can enhance the resistant force against water pressure.

Abstract: A sand and water table that includes a sand basin and a water basin. One side of the sand basin includes rotation channels and a locking groove. One side of the water basin includes pivot rods and a locking bead. The pivot rods of the water basin rotate within the rotation channels of the sand basin while the water basin is rotated from a closed position, covering the sand basin, to an open position. As the water basin is rotated to the open position, the locking bead engages the locking groove. The locked bead and groove connection supports the sand basin and the water basin in the open position. When the water basin is rotated to cover the sand basin, the locking bead disengages from the locking groove. The water basin may be removed from the sand basin or may be rotated to cover the sand basin.

Abstract: The invention is an inflatable children's pool with a centrally located safety seat accommodating a seated infant which may be filled with water or sand to permit a child to safely play at home or at the beach without constant and immediate supervision. The device also includes a detachable shade to shield the seated infant from harmful exposure to the sun.

Abstract: A restorable sand or pellet pile is provided for use as an amusement or exercise device. A sand or pellet collection chamber has inclined side walls that converge toward each other in a downward direction and having a bottom surface connected to the side walls. A support deck is positioned above the side walls of the collection chamber and is adapted to support sand or pellets on its upper surface. A safety grating is formed around the perimeter of the support deck to allow sand or pellets to flow downwardly therethrough into the collection chamber as children or adults play or exercise on the pile. A diaphragm pump is positioned in the collection chamber and pumps sand upwardly through a vertically extending conduit to restore the pile. The pump may be operated intermittently or continuously. Other pumping mechanisms may be used. The preferred embodiment utilizes resilient inclined side walls in the collection chamber and a vibrator connected to the side walls to cause the side walls to vibrate.

Abstract: A sandbox having a removably attachable cover which optionally forms a roof. The cover has depressions which receive corresponding projections formed in the sand receptacle to lock the cover over the receptacle. The receptacle and cover resiliently deflect to enable engagement and disengagement. The receptacle has troughs molded therein for stowing a plurality of posts. The posts are erected to support the cover in a location spaced from and above the receptacle when it is desired that the cover serve as a roof for protecting children playing in the sandbox. The posts are received in sockets molded into the receptacle. The cover is preferably conical, opening downwardly, and has transparent windows formed therein. The receptacle has rounded edges for safety and hand grips for grasping and maneuvering.

Abstract: A material for use in children's sand boxes, play sets and play areas that is not hazardous to the health of humans and comprises calcium carbonate or calcium magnesium carbonate.

Abstract: A no-mess portable enclosure is adapted for holding sand and/or toys and facilitates play with the sand and/or toys without allowing same to escape the enclosure. The enclosure is usable indoors or outdoors and is easily portable from one location to another without fear that the sand or other contents will be spilled. The enclosure is highly aesthetically pleasing and enhances the surrounding area. Also, it is usable by multiple people simultaneously. The no-mess play area includes an enclosure defining a hollow interior region adapted for receipt of sand, toys, and the like, wherein at least a portion of the enclosure is defined from a transparent material. At least first and second arm access assemblies are connected to the enclosure and are spaced relative to each other so as to be adapted for respective simultaneous receipt of left and right arms of a child or other user.

Abstract: An elevated sandbox that can be practiced utilizing multiple themes, and having the capability of adjusting to the height of different children. The present invention is practiced utilizing four major components; a base, height adjusting sections, a sand container, and a ledge capable of supporting various sand toys. The base is substantially circular in shape about a center axis and includes a lower section and an upper section The upper section interfaces with a height adjusting section or the sand container. The lower section of the base includes multiple support feet to provide stability for the apparatus when assembled and in use. A height adjusting section formed to cooperatively mount on the base section or to other height adjusting sections is used to adjust the height of the apparatus to allow positioning for the height of a particular child.

Abstract: A jogging apparatus comprising a base and a hollow container mounted on the base with a plurality of shock absorbers. The container having an open top defined by a rim, at least one side wall terminating at the rim, an interior space and a bottom, the interior space filled with a predetermined amount of sand.

Abstract: A sandbox provided for indoor use consists of a sheet of fabric-like material having a collapsible wall about its perimeter such that, when the sheet is smoothed into a substantially flat horizontal condition, the collapsible wall stands in substantially vertical relation along the perimeter of the sheet. Thus, the smoothed out sheet and the vertical wall define a contained play area to hold sand. Preferably, the wall is formed of sections of a cushion-like material such as foam rubber covered by material such as that used to form the horizontal sheet. Thus the wall would be collapsible along the vertical folds defined at the junctions of the covered foam rubber sections. Interior to the perimeter of the sandbox, the upper surface of the sheet is fitted with a gathering mechanism, typically a drawstring laid out in circular fashion on the top surface of the sheet with a circular stretch of material covering the drawstring and fixed to the sheet.