Natural Playscapes
Natural playscapes are playgrounds that integrate local biodiversity, natural materials, playground equipment and education. (Art and music from time to time, too.) These places provide a safe and stimulating, open-air playscape for children to experiment, interact and discover.
Here are some fun images:
A few places to learn more:
- EarthPlay.net
- Natural Playscapes -- book & author
- NaturalPlaygrounds.com
- Family Gardens & Play -- blog
- NaturalLearning.org
- Kid Friendly Backyard Ideas on Pinterest
- PercussionPlay.com
- How to Build a Natural Playscape on Dwell
- Organic Playgrounds.com
- Growing Place Child Center -- First Baptist, Asheboro
- Play-scapes.com
- Friendly Avenue Christian Preschool -- Friendly Ave Baptist, Greensboro
- LetTheChildrenPlay.net
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--Chris Searles