0 Out is In! Realizing the Power of Your Play Environment to Promote Physical Activity and the Overall Development of Young Children

Wednesday, March 17, 2010: 12:45 PM-1:45 PM
Convention Center: 105-106
Speaker: Jennie N. Sumrell, PlayCore, Inc., Chattanooga, TN
Maximize the potential your play environment has to offer by bringing learning outdoors! Playgrounds can be utilized in fun and creative ways to get kids of all abilities moving and interacting with each other. This workshop will provide valuable infommation about effectively designing children's play environments, activities and materials to bring learning to the playground, and intrduce you to many resources available to help you ensure that chldren hae memorable experiences outdoors.