Want to know more about Adventure Playgrounds and the Free Play Theory? Here are some great places to start -
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Pop Up Adventure Play Association
“The Power of Play: A Pediatric Role in Enhancing Development in Young Children,” by Michael Yogman, et al.
“The Joy of Discovery and the Power of Play,” by Carole Charnow and Michael Yogman
“The Importance of Play,” by Karen Bilich
"Toddlers Need at Least 3 Hours of Physical Activity a Day," by CBC News
“Why Play is Important,” by Raising Children Network
“10 Reasons Why Play Is Important,” by the National Literacy Trust
Lifelong Kindergarten: Cultivate Creativity Through Projects, Passion, Peers, and Play, by Mitchel Resnick
“Does Nature Make Us Happy?” by Marilyn Price-Mitchell
“Children and Nature: Helping Kids Connect to Life Mysteries,” by Marilyn Price-Mitchell
“Physical Activity Tips for Children,” by the Government of Canada
“Outdoor Fun Is Good for Kids and the Planet,” by David Suzuki with Faisal Moola
“Keep It Simple! 3 Parenting Tips for a Healthy Life Balance,” by Dona Matthews
“How to Ruin Children’s Play: Supervise, Praise, Intervene,” by Peter Gray
“Play! Run! Skip! 20 Ways to Keep Kids Active,” by Dona Matthews
“Too Busy to Play? Six Ways to Push Back for Healthy Balance,” by Dona Matthews