Can a Children’s Playground Really Be Too Safe?
By Yvette Vignando – 21st July 2011
Some researchers have suggested that the very safe playgrounds of today are depriving children of the opportunity to challenge themselves – they say a playground is a place where children can encounter and learn to overcome fears. Yvette Vignando debates this idea with psychologist Michael Carr Gregg on The Morning Show, Channel 7 – Michael bemoans the “woosification” of children.
For my full views on this issue and a discussion of the researchers’ comments – please read and comment on my feature article Playground Safety and Design – Taking the Heat Off Parents?
What do you think about this one?
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