American Playgrounds: Their Construction, Equipment, Maintenance and Utility (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781144038302)

"American Playgrounds: Their Construction, Equipment, Maintenance and Utility" offers a fascinating glimpse into the early 20th-century movement to establish safe and enriching recreational spaces for children. Joseph Lee, a prominent figure in the playground movement, provides a comprehensive guide to designing, building, and maintaining playgrounds. This book emphasizes the importance of playgrounds in promoting physical activity, social interaction, and moral development among urban youth.

Lee details practical considerations such as site selection, equipment choices, and landscaping, advocating for playgrounds as essential components of a healthy and thriving community. This historical work is invaluable for anyone interested in the history of urban planning, social reform, and the evolution of recreational spaces for children.

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