Preserving Outdoor Play: The Impact of Risk Aversion on Children's Development

(Autor)

Buch | Softcover
220 Seiten
2024
tredition (Verlag)
978-3-384-28339-9 (ISBN)
29,34 inkl. MwSt
The trend towards risk aversion in outdoor play has significant implications for children's development. With increased concerns over safety, children are experiencing fewer opportunities for unstructured, adventurous play outdoors. This shift potentially limits their ability to learn essential life skills such as risk assessment, problem-solving, and resilience. Outdoor play traditionally fosters creativity, physical fitness, and social skills through activities like climbing trees, exploring natural environments, and engaging in unstructured games.Challenges include finding a balance between safety and the benefits of outdoor play, as well as addressing parental anxieties and societal pressures. Advocates argue for supervised, controlled risky play environments that allow children to experience manageable risks while developing confidence and independence. Educators, caregivers, and policymakers play crucial roles in advocating for the importance of outdoor play in fostering holistic child development and ensuring that children have safe spaces to explore and learn through adventurous activities.

Dr. Leena Meena is a passionate advocate for educational equity in Africa. Her dedication to improving learning outcomes for African children is evident throughout her career as a researcher, educator, and policy influencer. Dr. Meena's research, documented in "Broken Foundations: Why African Children Aren't Learning," delves into the root causes of educational challenges across the continent. Her work sheds light on systemic issues such as unequal access to education, inadequate learning environments, and a lack of qualified teachers. Dr. Meena doesn't just diagnose the problems; she actively seeks solutions. She is a strong advocate for policy reforms that prioritize funding for education, improve curriculum relevance, and invest in early childhood development programs. Dr. Meena's influence extends beyond academia. She collaborates with policymakers, educators, and communities to develop and implement sustainable solutions for strengthening Africa's education systems. Her unwavering commitment to building a brighter future for African children inspires a new generation of education stakeholders.

Erscheint lt. Verlag 8.7.2024
Verlagsort yoprk city
Sprache englisch
Maße 155 x 234 mm
Gewicht 377 g
Themenwelt Sachbuch/Ratgeber Gesundheit / Leben / Psychologie Entspannung / Meditation / Yoga
Sachbuch/Ratgeber Gesundheit / Leben / Psychologie Familie / Erziehung
Schlagworte Benefits • Cognitive • disorder • exploration • nature deficit • outdoor play • overprotective • parenting • Risk Aversion • risky play
ISBN-10 3-384-28339-2 / 3384283392
ISBN-13 978-3-384-28339-9 / 9783384283399
Zustand Neuware
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