About the book:
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Children are naturally drawn to risky play—taking physical chances, seeking excitement, and satisfying curiosity—and are more physically active when playing outdoors.

Embracing Risky Play at School introduces readers to outdoor play and learning (OPAL) in the kindergarten to middle school years, explains the difference between risks and hazards, presents the concept of “Yes” spaces, and describes how and why risky play supports academic development and student well-being.

Written by two experts in the field with decades of experience, Drs. Megan Zeni and Mariana Brussoni share research evidence alongside accessible strategies for overcoming common barriers for
implementing risky play at school.
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Advance praise for 'Embracing risky play at School': 

 “Here at last is a road map back to childhood in action!”
— Lenore Skenazy, president, Let Grow
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“Provides the practical strategies needed for teachers and school leaders to transform the school experience.”
— Ellen Beate Hansen Sandseter, Queen Maud University College, Norway
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“What a refreshing book to read. It offers educators practical
suggestions to get going or to further develop one’s practice.”
— Juliet Robertson, former international consultant

“Builds its case through gold-standard scholarship, wisdom, low-tech creativity, and commonsense practical tools and advice.”
— Tim Gill, researcher and author