How to Grow a Playspace

<p><em>How to Grow a Playspace</em> takes you through a global perspective of the different stages of child development and the environments that engage children in play around the world. From the urbanity of Mumbai; to rainbow nets in Japan; nature play in Denmark; recycling waste in Peru; community building in Uganda; play streets in London; and gardens of peace in Palestine it<em> </em>proves that no matter where play occurs it is ubiquitous in its resourcefulness imagination and effect.</p><p>Written by international leaders in the field of play including academics designers and playworkers <i>How to Grow A Playspace</i> discusses contemporary issues around children and play such as risk benefit in play creativity and technology insights into children’s thinking social inclusion and what makes a city child-friendly.</p><p>With its own ‘Potting Shed’ this text is also a practical guide to support playspace projects with advice on teams budgets community engagement maintenance and standards. <em>How to Grow a Playspace</em> is a comprehensive ‘go-to’ guide for anyone interested or involved in children’s play and playspaces.</p>