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Advocates of children
- Eco Schools USA
December 28 2010
National Wildlife Federation Weblog For Greener Schools in America
- Hasbro Community Relations December 23 2010 Hasbro has a long and proud tradition of supporting children worldwide through a variety of philanthropic programs. We believe that every child is born with the sparkle of hope in their eyes and sometimes, because of life’s challenges, that hope has been
- Imagine Childhood
December 23 2010
At imaginechildhood.com we believe that children should experience the world through their own eyes, ears, fingers, and toes. That direct interaction with nature is the best way to learn about the world, and that open-ended imaginative play is the best wa
- Korkat December 23 2010 With our knowledge, experience, and training, we can assist you by offering several ways to make your future projects safe and a reality:
- National Childrens Center December 23 2010 National Children's Center, Inc. (NCC) is a recognized leader in providing comprehensive and innovative services for children and adults with developmental disabilities in the District of Columbia and Maryland.
- Natural Playscapes: Encouraging Children's Imaginative Play and Healthy December 23 2010 This session will engage participants to explore the following areas of natural playscapes: Process of community input, programming, planning, designing, and constructing; Materials; Accessibility; Safety; Educational, cultural and artistic considerations
- Red Leaf Press December 23 2010 Redleaf Press is a leading nonprofit publisher of exceptional curriculum, management, and business resources for early childhood professionals. Our educational and instructional publications improve the lives of children by strengthening and supporting th
- Resources for Child Caring December 23 2010 The board and staff of Resources for Child Caring strives to raise the standard of care for children so they can grow emotionally, socially, physically and intellectually and contribute to our community. Using the best knowledge from the early childhood f
- The College School December 23 2010 The College School (located in Webster Grove, Mo) engages children, ages three to fourteen, in joyful, meaningful and creative learning through an adventurous, theme-based, experiential curriculum. Our diverse community works as a partnership, cultivati
Architects
- RDG Planning & Design December 23 2010 We're architects, landscape architects, engineers, artists and planners with a passion for design, a drive to make a difference. Beyond creating a space you love, we want you to enjoy the process of getting there.
Article
- Best of Homeschooling December 23 2010 The best advice of seasoned homeschoolers and other educators... links to curriculum info and articles of interest
- Creating Safe Play Areas on Farms December 23 2010 “There are no guarantees that any play area is truly safe. The uncertainties about children’s behavior, adult supervision and agricultural conditions makes farms especially unsafe for children.
- Much Too Early! by David Elkind, Ph.D. December 23 2010 Article written by Elkind in the BestHomeschooling.org site :: In one sentence, Froebel, father of the kindergarten, expressed the essence of early-childhood education. Children are not born knowing the difference between red and green, sweet and sour, ro
- Natural Playscapes: Encouraging Children's Imaginative Play and Healthy December 23 2010 This session will engage participants to explore the following areas of natural playscapes: Process of community input, programming, planning, designing, and constructing; Materials; Accessibility; Safety; Educational, cultural and artistic considerations
- The Paradox of Play Are kids today having enough fun? December 23 2010 Article written in Slate, by Ann Hulbert :: Play advocates bolster their case by proclaiming play's social, emotional, and cognitive benefits.
Artists
- Andrew Goldsworthy December 08 2010 my "touch" looks into the heart of nature
- Arborsmith Studios December 23 2010 Where Richard Reames has grown tree trunks shaped into living furniture, gazebos, bridges, tree houses and a wide range of other far out yet super green things from living growing trees.
- George Fishman December 23 2010 Miami Shores, Florida moscia artist
- George Woideck December 23 2010 Northeast Ohio clay and mosiac artist
- he Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County (North Carolina) December 23 2010 As a link between artists, arts and cultural organizations and the community, the Arts Council administers programs in partnership with a variety of local agencies to stimulate community development through the arts.
- Minnesota State Arts Board December 23 2010 The Minnesota State Arts Board is a state agency that stimulates and encourages the creation, performance, and appreciation of the arts in the state.
- Regional Arts and Culture Council December 23 2010 To enrich community life by working with partners to create an environment in which the arts and culture of the region flourish and prosper.
- Ricky Boscarino December 23 2010 Paterson, New Jersey clay, mosaic, metal artist and designer of Luna Parc
- Young Audiences December 23 2010 Young Audiences Arts for Learning, founded in 1952, is the nation’s leading source of arts-in-education services. Our mission and goal is to help make the arts an essential part of young people’s education.
- Zwack October 15 2010 fabric art and mosaics
Blogroll
- Adventures in Playscaping Transforming our playground into a toddler-friendly Natural Playscape.
December 23 2010
Welcome to The Elm Tree, Boulder’s beloved toddler learning center.
- Best of Homeschooling December 23 2010 The best advice of seasoned homeschoolers and other educators... links to curriculum info and articles of interest
- Our Day Our Journey
October 14 2010
- Playscapes
October 12 2010
A blog about playground design
- Wonderment
October 14 2010
Capturing a childhood moment of magic and wonder
- WordPress Planet January 01 1970
Books
- Arborsmith Studios December 23 2010 Where Richard Reames has grown tree trunks shaped into living furniture, gazebos, bridges, tree houses and a wide range of other far out yet super green things from living growing trees.
- Children at Play: An American History December 23 2010 Throughout American history, argues Brown University historian Chudacoff (The Age of the Bachelor), parents have sought to control their children's games and toys, but kids have been determined to set the terms of their play.
- Goodreads Bookshelf
October 14 2010
List of recommended books
- Play: How It Shapes the Brain, Opens the Imagination, and Invigorates the Soul December 23 2010 Brown, a physician, psychiatrist, clinical researcher and the founder of the National Institute for Play, has made a career of studying the effects of play on people and animals. His conclusion is that play is no less important than oxygen, and that it's
- Red Leaf Press December 23 2010 Redleaf Press is a leading nonprofit publisher of exceptional curriculum, management, and business resources for early childhood professionals. Our educational and instructional publications improve the lives of children by strengthening and supporting th
- Resources for Child Caring December 23 2010 The board and staff of Resources for Child Caring strives to raise the standard of care for children so they can grow emotionally, socially, physically and intellectually and contribute to our community. Using the best knowledge from the early childhood f
- The Power of Play: How Spontaneous, Imaginative Activities Lead to Happier, Healthier Children December 23 2010 In this fascinating look at the importance of letting kids be kids, Elkind argues that "Play is being silenced." According to Elkind, a child psychologist and author of All Grown Up and No Place to Go, important, unstructured play is too often replaced in
- The Sense of Wonder October 12 2010 Rachel Carson & Nick Kelsh
Building Materials
- Arborsmith Studios December 23 2010 Where Richard Reames has grown tree trunks shaped into living furniture, gazebos, bridges, tree houses and a wide range of other far out yet super green things from living growing trees.
- Burke premier play environments October 15 2010 Burke has been leading the way with exciting and innovative playgrounds, park and site amenities and sport products.
- Childforms December 23 2010 Childforms® was founded on the principal that by offering quality products at a fair price with excellent customer service, we could set ourselves apart within the playground industry.
- Earthscapes December 23 2010 The owners of Earthscapes bring more than 50 years of combined playground experience together in the creation of an extraordinary product. One of our principal partners holds the distinction of building what is thought to be one of the first (if not the v
- Home Depot - Building Healthy Communities Grant Program December 23 2010 At The Home Depot, we understand the impact of hard work and sweat equity. We believe in the power of hands-on service- of rolling up our sleeves and getting dirty while working beside your neighbors to improve your community.
- Imagine Childhood
December 23 2010
At imaginechildhood.com we believe that children should experience the world through their own eyes, ears, fingers, and toes. That direct interaction with nature is the best way to learn about the world, and that open-ended imaginative play is the best wa
- Korkat December 23 2010 With our knowledge, experience, and training, we can assist you by offering several ways to make your future projects safe and a reality:
- Playscape Creations December 23 2010 Playscape Creations is a well established company having specialised in the design & construction of recreational spaces and play environments for over ten years.
- Playworld Systems October 14 2010 The leader in customized, commercial recreation and playground equipment
Funding & Grants
- Evergreen December 08 2010 Evergreen is a national charity that makes cities more livable.
- George Lucas Educational Foundation October 15 2010 Our vision is of a new world of learning.
- Hasbro Community Relations December 23 2010 Hasbro has a long and proud tradition of supporting children worldwide through a variety of philanthropic programs. We believe that every child is born with the sparkle of hope in their eyes and sometimes, because of life’s challenges, that hope has been
- he Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County (North Carolina) December 23 2010 As a link between artists, arts and cultural organizations and the community, the Arts Council administers programs in partnership with a variety of local agencies to stimulate community development through the arts.
- Home Depot - Building Healthy Communities Grant Program December 23 2010 At The Home Depot, we understand the impact of hard work and sweat equity. We believe in the power of hands-on service- of rolling up our sleeves and getting dirty while working beside your neighbors to improve your community.
- Korkat December 23 2010 With our knowledge, experience, and training, we can assist you by offering several ways to make your future projects safe and a reality:
- Minnesota State Arts Board December 23 2010 The Minnesota State Arts Board is a state agency that stimulates and encourages the creation, performance, and appreciation of the arts in the state.
- Namm Foundation December 23 2010 The NAMM Foundation supports innovative community-based music learning programs that allow more people the opportunity to experience the proven benefits of active music making. In 2010, the NAMM Foundation provided close to $600,000 in grants to worthy or
- National Endowment for the Arts December 23 2010 NEA has awarded more than $4 billion to support artistic excellence, creativity, and innovation for the benefit of individuals and communities.
- Ohio Arts Council December 23 2010 The Ohio Arts Council is a state agency that funds and supports quality arts experiences to strengthen Ohio communities culturally, educationally and economically.
- Regional Arts and Culture Council December 23 2010 To enrich community life by working with partners to create an environment in which the arts and culture of the region flourish and prosper.
- Resources for Child Caring December 23 2010 The board and staff of Resources for Child Caring strives to raise the standard of care for children so they can grow emotionally, socially, physically and intellectually and contribute to our community. Using the best knowledge from the early childhood f
- The Foundation Center December 23 2010 Foundation Center is a national nonprofit service organization recognized as the nation’s leading authority on organized philanthropy, connecting nonprofits and the grantmakers supporting them to tools they can use and information they can trust.
- The Getty Foundation December 23 2010 The Getty Foundation fulfills the philanthropic mission of the J. Paul Getty Trust by supporting individuals and institutions committed to advancing the understanding and preservation of the visual arts locally and throughout the world.
- Young Audiences December 23 2010 Young Audiences Arts for Learning, founded in 1952, is the nation’s leading source of arts-in-education services. Our mission and goal is to help make the arts an essential part of young people’s education.
Legal
- Public Playground Safety Handbook December 23 2010
- Safe Kids Canada December 23 2010 To lead and inspire a culture of safety across the country using a comprehensive and innovative approach.
- Safety Checklist for Active Play Areas December 23 2010 The following checklist is based primarily on the recommendations of the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) as specified in their current Handbook for Public Playground Safety, and the current ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) St
Musical Instruments
- Grace Note Chimes October 12 2010 Windchimes
- Namm Foundation December 23 2010 The NAMM Foundation supports innovative community-based music learning programs that allow more people the opportunity to experience the proven benefits of active music making. In 2010, the NAMM Foundation provided close to $600,000 in grants to worthy or
- Tree of Us October 12 2010 Specializing in outdoor marimbas, we lovingly craft these instruments to inspire imagination, creativity, and expression.
Plants & Gardening
- American Horticultural Society October 14 2010 The American Horticultural Society (AHS) is one of the oldest national gardening organizations in the country.
- Black Locust Iniative October 14 2010 Black Locust Initiative is a non-profit organization teaching sustainable forestry through hands-on workshops open to the public.
- Eco Schools USA
December 28 2010
National Wildlife Federation Weblog For Greener Schools in America
- Seed Savers Exchange December 08 2010 We are a non-profit organization of gardeners dedicated to saving and sharing heirloom seeds.
Play Surfaces
- Childforms December 23 2010 Childforms® was founded on the principal that by offering quality products at a fair price with excellent customer service, we could set ourselves apart within the playground industry.
Playscape Designer
- Korkat December 23 2010 With our knowledge, experience, and training, we can assist you by offering several ways to make your future projects safe and a reality:
- RDG Planning & Design December 23 2010 We're architects, landscape architects, engineers, artists and planners with a passion for design, a drive to make a difference. Beyond creating a space you love, we want you to enjoy the process of getting there.
Playscape Organizations
- American Horticultural Society October 14 2010 The American Horticultural Society (AHS) is one of the oldest national gardening organizations in the country.
- Black Locust Iniative October 14 2010 Black Locust Initiative is a non-profit organization teaching sustainable forestry through hands-on workshops open to the public.
- Evergreen December 08 2010 Evergreen is a national charity that makes cities more livable.
- Free play network October 14 2010 The Free Play Network is a network of individuals and organisations, which aims to promote the need for better play opportunities for children.
- Imagineaction October 14 2010 Imagineaction is a program designed to facilitate teacher-student-community interaction in social action.
- International Play Assocaition-USA October 14 2010 It is interdisciplinary and embraces in membership persons of all professions working for our children.
- International Play Association October 14 2010 Promoting the childs right to play.
- KaBOOM!
October 14 2010
A national non-profit organization that envisions a great place to play within walking ditance of every child in America.
- Natural Playgrounds Company December 08 2010 We are the leading US expert in the design and construction of innovative, environmentally sensitive, equipment-free natural playgrounds, natural playground elements, and outdoor classrooms, for K-12 schools, Montessori schools, Head Start programs, child
power of play
- importance of play August 25 2011
Safety
- Creating Safe Play Areas on Farms December 23 2010 “There are no guarantees that any play area is truly safe. The uncertainties about children’s behavior, adult supervision and agricultural conditions makes farms especially unsafe for children.
- Public Playground Safety Handbook December 23 2010
- Safe Kids Canada December 23 2010 To lead and inspire a culture of safety across the country using a comprehensive and innovative approach.
- Safety Checklist for Active Play Areas December 23 2010 The following checklist is based primarily on the recommendations of the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) as specified in their current Handbook for Public Playground Safety, and the current ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) St
School
- Eco Schools USA
December 28 2010
National Wildlife Federation Weblog For Greener Schools in America
- The College School December 23 2010 The College School (located in Webster Grove, Mo) engages children, ages three to fourteen, in joyful, meaningful and creative learning through an adventurous, theme-based, experiential curriculum. Our diverse community works as a partnership, cultivati
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