Redefining the Playground | kidsgardening.org
Great site, in Australia we have a number of separate independent programs but I wish we had something central like this.
Full article can be read from the hyperlink above.
"Playgrounds with plants, wildlife habitats, and water features provide youngsters with a chance to interact with their environment and participate in creative, self-directed play. Leaves, flowers, pinecones, sticks, and rocks have more creative power than narrowly focused toys. Seasonal and lifecycle changes, such as leaves changing colors and flowers moving from bud to bloom to seed, add to the intrigue of the natural play space and build excitement. Natural spaces can give kids more freedom to move at their own pace and practice decision-making skills."
Great site, in Australia we have a number of separate independent programs but I wish we had something central like this.
Full article can be read from the hyperlink above.
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