Science & Environment
Revamped playground design could protect children around the world from dangers of the sun
Source: Phys.org - latest science and technology news stories · Published

A new design methodology for school playgrounds is demonstrating how children can still enjoy their playtime while being protected from the harmful effects of the sun.
A new design methodology for school playgrounds is demonstrating how children can still enjoy their playtime while being protected from the harmful effects of the sun.
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