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Melbourne's best playgrounds to visit these school holidays
The ABC News website has put together a great article with stunning pictures of 7 of Melbourne's top playgrounds to visit this school holidays.
Losing Fat, Gaining Brain Power, on the Playground
Better grades might be found on the playground.
A new study of elementary-age children shows that those who were not part of an after-school exercise program tended to pack on a particular type of body fat that can have deleterious impacts on brain health and thinking. But prevention and treatment could be as simple as playing more games of tag.
Latest News on Cubbies Playground
Back in June 2014, we reported that "Tough budget could mean end of beloved playground".
But since then, and with a change of government, the playground has gone from strength to strength, and last Friday saw the opening of a brand new playspace at Fitzroy Adventure Playground by the local member for Richmond the Hon. Richard Wynne.
Showcasing innovative school grounds around the world
The International School Grounds Alliance (ISGA) is a global network of organizations and professionals working to enrich children’s learning and play by improving the way school grounds are designed and used.
They have produced two Videos showcasing innovative school grounds around the world.
Too hot to learn: Why Australian schools need a national heatwaves policy
As posted in The Conversation By Dr Brendon Hyndman from Southern Cross University
Also, a quick interview from the ABC on Youtube sums up the issue:
Top Tips: Screen Time and Digital Play
Play Wales has created this very useful and informative one page guide as attached.
How to Grow a Playspace is out now!
Play Australia Members are able to access a 20% discount on the publication, valid until the 31st of October 2017. Please contact co-author Liz Cummins directly to arrange your discount code.
Is It Worth the Risk? Benefits of Risk in Outdoor Play with Adam Bienenstock
As printed at the Nature Play WA website:
Nature Play WA is excited to present award-winning outdoor play expert Adam Bienenstock as our keynote speaker in a half-day forum on the benefits of risk in outdoor play.