Early Childhood Teachers’ Views and Teaching Practices in Outdoor Play with Young Children in Singapore
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DOI: 10.1007/s10643-018-00924-2
Abstract: A large amount of research has been conducted on play and in recent years the disappearance of play has been questioned (e.g., Brown in Kindergartners get little time to play. Why does it matter? 2016;… read more here.
Keywords: play; early childhood; teachers views; outdoor play ... See more keywords
I Wanna Play Too: Factors Related to Changes in Social Behavior for Children With and Without Autism Spectrum Disorder After Implementation of a Structured Outdoor Play Curriculum
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DOI: 10.1007/s10803-018-3523-z
Abstract: Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have difficulties interacting with same-aged peers during unstructured play (e.g., on the playground). Thirty-five toddler and preschool children with and without ASD participated in a structured 15-min outdoor play… read more here.
Keywords: children without; autism; play; spectrum disorder ... See more keywords
Children’s perceptions of neighbourhood environments for walking and outdoor play
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DOI: 10.1080/01426397.2018.1460336
Abstract: Abstract Through a questionnaire and Photo-Projective Methods (PPM), this study investigates how children perceive their neighbourhood environment for walking and outdoor play. It aims to understand what features children prefer when they walk and play… read more here.
Keywords: neighbourhood environments; walking outdoor; perceptions neighbourhood; play ... See more keywords
Sandboxes, loose parts, and playground equipment: a descriptive exploration of outdoor play environments
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DOI: 10.1080/03004430.2017.1282928
Abstract: ABSTRACT The purpose of the study was to examine outdoor environments to understand whether or not young children had access to play materials and loose parts to enhance their playful experiences. This study sought to… read more here.
Keywords: outdoor environments; sandboxes loose; loose parts; parts playground ... See more keywords
Planning for outdoor play: Government and family decision-making
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DOI: 10.1080/11038128.2018.1447010
Abstract: Abstract Background: Despite indisputable developmental benefits of outdoor play, children with disabilities can experience play inequity. Play decisions are multifactorial; influenced by children’s skills and their familial and community environments. Government agencies have responsibilities for… read more here.
Keywords: local government; family; outdoor play; decision making ... See more keywords
Perceived Neighborhood Collective Efficacy and Adolescent Health Determinants: Investigating Outdoor Play as a Mediator.
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DOI: 10.1111/cch.13103
Abstract: PURPOSE Research demonstrates that play is promotive of health and development in children across multiple domains. Outdoor play may be especially beneficial as environmental elements are conducive to recreation and relaxation. Maternal perception of neighborhood… read more here.
Keywords: adolescent health; age; play; health determinants ... See more keywords
Exploring Preschoolers' Physical Activity and Sedentary Time During Outdoor Play at Childcare: A Cross-Sectional Analysis of the Supporting Physical Activity in the Childcare Environment Study.
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DOI: 10.1123/jpah.2020-0849
Abstract: BACKGROUND Moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) offers many health benefits for preschoolers (2.5-5 y). In childcare, MVPA is predominantly accumulated outdoors, with higher rates purported among children within the first few minutes outside. The Supporting Physical Activity… read more here.
Keywords: time; outdoor play; childcare; physical activity ... See more keywords
The Relative Contributions of Center Demographic, Director, Parental, Social, Environmental, and Policy Factors to Changes in Outdoor Play in Childcare Centers During the COVID-19 Pandemic.
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DOI: 10.1123/jpah.2022-0408
Abstract: BACKGROUND The primary objective of this study was to investigate the relative contributions of factors from multiple social-ecological levels in explaining outdoor play changes in childcare centers during the COVID-19 pandemic. METHODS In Alberta, Canada,… read more here.
Keywords: childcare centers; play childcare; play; centers covid ... See more keywords
Cross sectional associations of screen time and outdoor play with social skills in preschool children
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0193700
Abstract: Screen time and physical activity behaviours develop during the crucial early childhood period (0–5 years) and impact multiple health and developmental outcomes, including psychosocial wellbeing. Social skills, one component of psychosocial wellbeing, are vital for… read more here.
Keywords: associations screen; time; social skills; screen time ... See more keywords
Examining correlates of outdoor play in childcare centres
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DOI: 10.17269/s41997-020-00404-4
Abstract: Objectives Childcare centres are an important setting for young children to engage in outdoor play. The objectives for this study were to (1) determine the average outdoor play duration and frequency for toddlers (19–35 months) and… read more here.
Keywords: les enfants; play; outdoor play; quence ... See more keywords
Evaluation of the Web-Based OutsidePlay-ECE Intervention to Influence Early Childhood Educators’ Attitudes and Supportive Behaviors Toward Outdoor Play: Randomized Controlled Trial
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DOI: 10.2196/36826
Abstract: Background Outdoor play is critical to children’s healthy development and well-being. Early learning and childcare centers (ELCCs) are important venues for increasing children’s outdoor play opportunities, and early childhood educators’ (ECE) perception of outdoor play… read more here.
Keywords: outsideplay ece; trial; risk; outdoor play ... See more keywords