Vol. III, No. 7, July 2004
Benefits for Children of Play in Nature
The
children's play gardens (naturalized playgrounds) that our company designs
for clients emphasize a rich natural environment as the play setting and nature
as the play element. Our designs are based upon an extensive body of research
and literature on:
- the significant benefits for children of regular play experiences in nature,
- children's play preferences, and
- the most effective designs to support children's development.
We have posted a synopsis of the benefits of naturalized outdoor play environments
for children, with research references, on our Web site at
www.whitehutchinson.com/children/articles/benefits.shtml