Soul of an Outdoor Play Space

"Children experience the world with their whole being – body, spirit, energy, minds, hearts, compassion, tears, laughter, anger, pride, learning, understanding, love and soul," writes Rusty Keeler in Natural Playscapes: Creating Outdoor Play Environments for the Soul. "Children play, grow, and feel the world around them intensely. Events burst with joy or end in tears. Their outdoor space should be a swirl of spirited delights and playful discovery. Some places on your playscape should provide a rush of excitement. Other spots can offer the solace of calm...

"Carved wood sculpture suggests something deep. Ceramic tiles and mosaics sparkle as imaginations soar. Living plants befriend children and create atmospheres from peaceful to wild. Environments for children are sacred places. They speak to the spirit. They are made of soul."

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