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'We Live Here Too'...What Makes a Child-Friendly Neighborhood?
Citation
Martin, K and Wood, LJ, 'We Live Here Too'...What Makes a Child-Friendly Neighborhood?, Wellbeing and the Environment, John Wiley & Sons, Ltd, E Burton, R Cooper and CL Cooper (ed), United Kingdom, pp. 1-38. ISBN 9781118608371 (2014) [Research Book Chapter]
DOI: doi:10.1002/9781118539415.wbwell061
Abstract
This chapter identifies characteristics of child-friendly neighborhoods and summarizes the research underpinning these elements. Neighborhoods that support children and young people incorporate "places to go," "things to do," and features that provide contact with nature. The walkability, perceived safety, and aesthetic appeal of neighborhoods are also important. Places for active and imaginative play are vital, and, as children get older, so too areas for informal socializing with friends. Consulting with children and young people about what they like and want to be able to do within their neighborhood assists with enhancing sense of community and meeting the needs of the younger population.
Item Details
| Item Type: | Research Book Chapter |
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| Keywords: | wellbeing, environment, |
| Research Division: | Education |
| Research Group: | Specialist studies in education |
| Research Field: | Learning sciences |
| Objective Division: | Education and Training |
| Objective Group: | Learner and learning |
| Objective Field: | Early childhood education |
| UTAS Author: | Martin, K (Professor Karen Martin) |
| ID Code: | 154006 |
| Year Published: | 2014 |
| Deposited By: | Education |
| Deposited On: | 2022-10-21 |
| Last Modified: | 2023-01-17 |
| Downloads: | 0 |
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