Transforming school grounds and involving children – USA style
Cities Connecting Children to Nature have shared Why transforming concrete schoolyards into parks could make for healthier cities, NPR All Things Considered, June 23, 2023. This audio recording notes that living near parks can boost health. But disadvantaged communities often have less access to such spaces. A project is described [...]
Nature preschools and outdoor play in the USA
Cities Connecting Children to Nature share recent reports on the benefits of providing nature and outdoor play in the early years. Changing practice in Maryland, USA, is explored in these reports: Early Childhood: How to bring more nature into preschools, Hechinger Report, June 1, 2023 For preschoolers after the pandemic, [...]
Reflections from the 22nd International Play Association Triennial World Conference in Glasgow
Play Scotland have shared the following resources from this event held in June 2023: Inspirationally Playful: Over fifty reflections on what has inspired, and continues to inspire those with a professional interest in play have been gathered into this publication. It is a global collection, comprising thoughts from each of [...]
EUROPARC Webinar: Young people creating a just transition in rural areas
This event is now available to view via YouTube. Many young people who live in rural areas in and around Protected Areas feel they have no choice but to leave their homes to study and work elsewhere to gain the skills they need. With living costs being high, little to [...]
U.S. cities’ collaboration aims to give all children access to nature
This Child in the City article (18 October 2022) shares the news that more cities have joined a national peer network of 32 other U.S. cities committed to increasing access to nature for all children, irrespective of their ability, race or family income. Read more to find out more about [...]
Empowering and mobilizing youth in favour of ESD for 2030
Check out this UNESCO presentation about the roadmap for Education for Sustainable Development (ESD). It includes a summary of youth priority action areas and useful links.
Outdoor education has psychological, cognitive and physical health benefits for children
This article in The Conversation (18 July 2022) describes outdoor education and research on teacher outdoor practice in Canada. It includes key messages for policy makers.
Lessons from Brazil: Youngsters can benefit from ‘naturalised parks’ in cities
Child in the City (7 July 2022) report on this wonderful initiative to create naturalised parks in Brazilian cities. This brings major benefits to children’s play and development, and to local communities. Find out more and watch the inspiring video.
