Adapt the how-to steps in this guide to turn your backyard into a vibrant, fun-filled Nature Play space.
Outdoor Nature Art teacher Marghanita Hughes tells listeners about her childhood adventures in the Scottish highlands, where creativity was nurtured and inspired by the environment. Marghanita talks about the importance of role modelling positive, attentive relationships to each other and specialises in reconnecting children and adults with nature through meaningful art.
Length: 29m : 39s
With many modern playgrounds becoming more sterile, overprotected areas of parent-directed play, children are less likely to be enthused, active or impressed with the idea of getting outside.
Now there is a movement to create play spaces that challenge kids physically and socially, putting children in charge of their own play. Playspace designer, author and speaker Rusty Keeler outlines the benefits of ‘adventure’ style playgrounds and why letting your children build what their imagination dreams up (without critiquing every move) may increase their creativity and improve their mental capacity.
A collection of ideas, resources and reviews of some of the world’s most inspiring play spaces from the turn of the century up to the present day. This blog was started out of frustration by Paige Johnson who was tasked with looking into options for her local church’s playground. After finding an uninspiring selection of equipment starting from $25,000. She knew from her background in landscape history that many artists and designers had made creative playspaces from the 50s but was unable to find reference to them online. Eventually Paige found what she was looking for and built this website. Includes sections on design, art for play spaces and playground history.