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More Livable Urban Space for Children: Practices around the World

Okşan Tandoğan

MEGARON / Yıldız Technical University Faculty of Architecture E-Journal

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This study compiles a literature review on global efforts to create more livable physical environments for children, focusing on urban open spaces like home surroundings, school gardens, and playgrounds. It emphasizes the importance of these spaces for child development, socialization, and behavior formation. The review includes Child Friendly City initiatives and other practices related to streets, school gardens, playgrounds, and children's transportation.