Read: Keeler, R. (n.d.). 20 Ways to Create Play Environments for the Soul [PDF]. Planet Earth Playscapes. Retrieved from http://rustykeeler.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/20_ways.pdf.
Read: Ranson, A. (2016, May 05). Inspiring Outdoor Play Spaces. Retrieved from https://theimaginationtree.com/inspiring-outdoor-play-spaces-kids/.
Read: Honegger, D. (2018, August 10). Honoring Children’s Identities and their Families. Retrieved from https://journeyintoearlychildhood.com/honoring-our-children/.
DISCUSSION POSTINGS
Post to the Discussion: Program Investigation
Use this discussion to describe and identify environmental design features that you will utilize in your program. Provide the following information:
Briefly describe your program and specifically address if you are designing a new program or updating an existing program.
Tell us about environmental design ideas for your program in regards to aesthetics and relationships.
Provide visual representations for a minimum of three areas for aesthetics and three areas for promoting relationships in the environment.
Provide extended information about the photos, such as what inspired you about these photos. Include what staff should know about this design element and the overall importance of aesthetics and relationships in environmental design. This should include their role in this aspect of environmental design. The content you create for your post this week will help you develop your advocacy presentation in this course.
Include research and/or content from course readings or the course textbook.