Benefits of a Natural Play Space
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- Provide for creative play
- Counteract Nature Deficit Disorder (Richard Louv)
- Encourage a strong environmental stewardship ethic
- Foster a love and appreciation for nature
- Promote healthy lifestyles
- Enhance academic achievement
- Foster a sense of place
- Encourage community and social development
- Provide restoration opportunities
- Reduce stress and may possibly reduce some symptoms of ADD/ADHD
