Background Due to the myriad of benefits of children's outdoor play and time, there is
increasing concern over its decline. This systematic review synthesized evidence on the …

Background: Few studies have delved into the relationship of the social environment with
children's physical activity and outdoor play in public playgrounds by considering gender …

Several studies have indicated that children who grow up in green environments enjoy
beneficial impacts on their development. However, to date, very little attention has been paid …

All people need to engage in routine physical activity and children require it daily.
Playgrounds are settings designed for children to be physically active, yet there has been …

In urban low-income neighborhoods, child wellbeing is highly dependent on the school
ecosystem. The schoolyard, specifically, provides opportunities for physical and social …

Outdoor play in nature-rich spaces has been associated with healthy development among
young children. The diverse play opportunities afforded to children by natural playspaces …

Female marginalization is a common phenomenon, particularly in public spaces, including
schools, which should provide equality of rights in space utilization. This research becomes …

Inclusive playgrounds that are designed to be physically accessible and welcoming to
children with disabilities may provide equal and equitable access to play for all children …

Not enough studies have examined how specific design features of public open space, such
as movable site features, are associated with people's physical activity level or playfulness …

Inspired by new feminist materialism, this paper seeks to reimagine existing knowledge of
girls, sexuality and playgrounds by considering how the socio‐material reality may unlock …