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- Almers, Ellen, 1961-, et al.
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The perfect schoolyard for future children : Primary school children’s participation in envisioning workshops
- 2023
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In: Children, Youth and Environments. - : University of Cincinnati. - 1546-2250. ; 33:1, s. 101-121
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- This Swedish study investigates how primary school children’s perspectives on a “good schoolyard” can be illuminated through envisioning workshops using model-making. In addition to advocating for the qualities and affordances of the standard schoolyard equipment, children also suggested and constructed new features affording playing with domestic animals, being in peace and quiet in tree houses, picking fruit, and using digital playgrounds.For the children to go beyond reproducing the features, environmental qualities, and affordances of their current schoolyards, they needed plenty of time for communication and hands-on activities, opportunities to relax, imagine, and receive input and inspiration from others’ experiences.
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- Giusti, Matteo, 1982-, et al.
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Nature Routines and Affinity with the Biosphere : A Case Study of Preschool Children in Stockholm
- 2014
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In: Children, Youth and Environments. - : Project Muse. - 1546-2250. ; 24:3, s. 16-42
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Do nature-deficit routines undermine affinity with the biosphere? We assessed social-ecological features in Stockholm that afford nature experiences and analyzed the accessibility of these natural areas to preschools. We then selected preschools with contrasting accessibilities. The nature routines resulting from differing outdoor possibilities in preschool life were investigated in relation to children’s affinity with the biosphere. Preschools with routines closer to nature have children who are more empathetic and concerned for non-human life forms, and more cognitively aware of human-nature interdependence. We conclude that, nature-rich routines in cities significantly correlate with higher children’s ability to develop affinity with the biosphere.
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- Giusti, Matteo, et al.
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Nature Routines and Affinity with the Biosphere: A Case Study of Preschool Children in Stockholm
- 2015
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In: Children, Youth and Environments. - 1546-2250. ; 24:3, s. 16-42
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Do nature-deficit routines undermine affinity with the biosphere? We assessed social-ecological features in Stockholm that afford nature experiences and analyzed the accessibility of these natural areas to preschools. We then selected preschools with contrasting accessibilities. The nature routines resulting from differing outdoor possibilities in preschool life were investigated in relation to children’s affinity with the biosphere. Preschools with routines closer to nature have children who are more empathetic and concerned for non-human life forms, and more cognitively aware of human-nature interdependence. We conclude that, nature-rich routines in cities significantly correlate with higher children’s ability to develop affinity with the biosphere.
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- Jansson, Märit, et al.
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Green school grounds: a collaborative development and research project in Malmö, Sweden
- 2012
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In: Children, Youth and Environments. - 1546-2250. ; 22, s. 260-269
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- School ground greening projects may result in a multitude of benefits for pupils, schools and entire communities. This field report describes a project called "Green school grounds" in Malmö, Sweden and an interdisciplinary research project investigating vegetation establishment and management as well as the effects for children. The project consulted researchers and involved teachers and children at the schools during the process of planning and construction. In the first results from a pretest evaluation of school ground activity, part of an intervention study at two schools is presented.
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- Kylin, Maria, et al.
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A Lawful Space for Play: Conceptualizing Childhood in Light of Local Regulations
- 2015
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In: Children, Youth and Environments. - : Project Muse. - 1546-2250. ; 25, s. 86-106
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- The number of children living in Swedish urban areas is increasing at the same time as spaces for children's everyday movement and play are diminishing. In response, the government recently commissioned national regulations and guidelines for planning and designing children's outdoor environments. The effectiveness of the guidelines and methods for assessment of children's places are under debate. This paper presents a case study of a local municipality's child space guidelines. We argue that it is crucial to develop qualitative standards for spatial distribution, design aspects and play values in order to plan and design inclusive, child-friendly cities. Nonetheless, quantifiable, measurable standards for children's designated, allocated places may provide a means of safeguarding children's rights in contemporary political and spatial planning contexts.
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- Lekies, Kristi S., et al.
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Everyone needs a rock : collecting items from nature in childhood
- 2013
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In: Children, Youth and Environments. - 1546-2250 .- 1546-2250. ; 23:3, s. 66-88
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Little is known about children’s nature collecting behavior. This study examined the extent of childhood collecting of natural items, the types of items collected, gender differences in items collected, and comparisons between collectors and non- collectors in feelings of connection to nature. The sample consisted of undergraduate students of a large university who were part of a study of childhood nature experiences. Over 80 percent of participants reported collecting items from nature as children, and a number of gender differences were noted. Furthermore, collectors scored higher than non-collectors on a measure of connection to nature. Additional research is needed to understand collecting behavior in childhood and how it may contribute to positive environmental attitudes in adulthood.
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- Lekies, Kristi S., et al.
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Everyone needs a rock : collecting items from nature in childhood
- 2013
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In: Children, Youth and Environments. - 1546-2250. ; 23:3, s. 66-88
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Little is known about children’s nature collecting behavior. This study examined the extent of childhood collecting of natural items, the types of items collected, gender differences in items collected, and comparisons between collectors and non- collectors in feelings of connection to nature. The sample consisted of undergraduate students of a large university who were part of a study of childhood nature experiences. Over 80 percent of participants reported collecting items from nature as children, and a number of gender differences were noted. Furthermore, collectors scored higher than non-collectors on a measure of connection to nature. Additional research is needed to understand collecting behavior in childhood and how it may contribute to positive environmental attitudes in adulthood.
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- Lynch, Helen, et al.
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From Policy to Play Provision : Universal Design and the Challenges of Inclusive Play
- 2018
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In: Children, Youth and Environments. - : University of Cincinnati. - 1546-2250. ; 28:2, s. 12-34
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Outdoor environments for children are important sites for social inclusion and play. In the European context, outdoor play provision is typically governed by regional or national policy and informed by international conventions that specifically state that inclusive environments must be made available for all children for their rights to be met. Specifically, universal design is proposed as a way to achieve this goal. However, little is known about national play policy in general, nor the extent to which universal design informs local play provision. This paper focuses on a review of play policy and guidelines carried out in 18 European countries and a national universal design study in Ireland in 2018. Findings identified an overall lack of play policy internationally, and when policy exists, universal design is under-represented. The potential application of the seven principles of universal design to playgrounds is discussed alongside play value principles to maximize successful playspace design. Further exploration of the child's voice in designing for play is warranted to strengthen socio-spatial inclusion and diminish the poverty of experience that many children with disabilities experience in their communities.
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- Prellwitz, Maria, 1960-, et al.
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Are Playgrounds a Case of Occupational Injustice? Experiences of Parents of Children with Disabilities
- 2016
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In: Children, Youth and Environments. - : Project Muse. - 1546-2250. ; 26:2, s. 28-42
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Occupational injustice refers to a setting or situations that can restrict a person in performing an occupation. Because a playground is a setting that can restrict children with disabilities from the occupation of playing, this paper frames playground accessibility in terms of occupational justice. This study interviewed 18 parents of children with disabilities about their children's experiences with playgrounds. Examining playgrounds from an occupational justice perspective can be a means to advocate for accessible playgrounds as a first step towards helping children with disabilities participate in play activities in this environment.
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