Review by Booklist Review
Children's backyard play areas are often sadly sterile affairs, where a solitary swing set might sit tucked beside a lone, straggly tree or surrounded by a flat expanse of grass. No wonder enticing kids outdoors or interesting them in the natural world can pose such a challenge. From the tactile excitement of moving water to the sensory satisfaction of rich, spongy earth, the very components that make up a thriving garden are the same elements to which children inherently respond. Whether wandering down yellow-brick paths in search of golden monarch butterflies or playing hide-and-seek beneath large caves crafted of intricately woven willow, children can exult in naturally captivating experiences not found indoors playing video games. Dannenmaier, former children's editor of Garden Design magazine, presents 60 vibrant and inspired landscape plans and innovative weekend projects designed to help motivated parents create imaginative havens that will appeal to both young ones and those who are young at heart.--Haggas, Carol Copyright 2007 Booklist
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