An illustrated, essential guide to engaging children and youth in the
process of urban design
From a history of children's rights to case studies discussing
international initiatives that aim to create child-friendly cities,
Placemaking with Children and Youth offers comprehensive guidance in
how to engage children and youth in the planning and design of local
environments. It explains the importance of children's active
participation in their societies and presents ways to bring all
generations together to plan cities with a high quality of life for
people of all ages. Not only does it delineate best practices in
establishing programs and partnerships, it also provides principles for
working ethically with children, youth, and families, paying particular
attention to the inclusion of marginalized populations.
Drawing on case studies from around the world-in Australia, New Zealand,
Canada, India, Puerto Rico, the Netherlands, South Africa, and the
United States-Placemaking with Children and Youth showcases children's
global participation in community design and illustrates how a variety
of methods can be combined in initiatives to achieve meaningful change.
The book features more than 200 visuals and detailed, thoughtful
guidelines for facilitating a multiplicity of participatory processes
that include drawing, photography, interviews, surveys, discussion
groups, role playing, mapping, murals, model making, city tours, and
much more. Whether seeking information on individual methods and project
planning, interpreting and analyzing results, or establishing and
evaluating a sustained program, readers can find practical ideas and
inspiration from six continents to connect learning to the realities of
students' lives and to create better cities for all ages.
