Research shows that children are healthier and happier when they are connected with nature—and schools are the perfect place to create green spaces that every child can learn and play in. Transforming schoolyards into thriving, nature-rich environments not only improves children's education and health outcomes, it can also inspire communities to reimagine how entire neighborhoods can be designed to benefit all of us and the environment.
What can we learn from schools in Chile and other countries that offer valuable insights on how to turn concrete playgrounds into nature-filled spaces that bring communities together, improve child development, and help us build a more sustainable and equitable future for all in the United States?
- How your community can improve health and equity by bringing kids closer to nature
- What you can do to integrate nature into all schools and communities
- Why children's connection with nature supports climate resilience
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