Building Community Recreation offers practical guidance for creating year‑round, inclusive public leisure programs.
This practical guide explains how a city can build a sustained, democratic recreation system. It covers the roles of the recreation board and the superintendent, planning for diverse communities, and coordinating facilities and staff to serve children and adults all year long. The book emphasizes community leadership, accessibility, and the use of existing spaces like schools and centers to foster shared leisure and self‑expression.
Readers will find clear definitions, essential qualifications for leaders, and concrete approaches to program design, facility planning, and neighborhood engagement. It presents as a practical manual for administrators, teachers, and volunteers who want to expand access to wholesome recreation and strengthen local democracy through everyday activities.
Ideal for readers seeking a foundational resource on building inclusive, year‑round community recreation programs.
This edition serves as a practical reference for organizers and policymakers aiming to foster civic engagement through leisure and play.Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the history and development of recreation in American cities over the past century, exploring its profound impact on citizenship and democracy. It sheds light on how the concept of wholesome public recreation evolved from private initiatives to municipal responsibilities, highlighting the significance of playgrounds and community centers. The author emphasizes the multifaceted role of recreation in fostering social cohesion, promoting physical and mental well-being, and providing avenues for self-expression and leadership development. This book offers valuable insights into the transformative power of recreation in shaping the social fabric of urban communities and underscores its enduring legacy in building a more just and equitable society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332861972_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332861972
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332861972
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)