Friend of Trust for Public Land,
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Did you know that when temperatures rise above 90 degrees Fahrenheit, asphalt can become a heat trap and cause third-degree burns? 🤯 This happens because asphalt absorbs 90 percent of solar radiation. Schoolyards without shade expose students to extreme heat and potential injuries.
Our Community Schoolyards® projects tackle this issue by prioritizing shade plants and other design elements to reduce heat. Can you guess how much green design can lower temperatures?
How much cooler can spaces shaded by trees be compared to unshaded asphalt surfaces on a hot day? |
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No child should have to play on scorching hot asphalt during recess. Unfortunately, one in three kids attends school in heat islands, and extreme weather events make severe heat more common. We must take action now.
We’re transforming these dangerous schoolyards into vibrant outdoor classrooms with trees, gardens, and play structures. Community Schoolyards® projects provide vital resources to schools, creating safe, engaging outdoor learning spaces that connect children with nature and benefit entire communities.
Together, we’re giving children the enriching, nature-filled education they deserve. Thank you for supporting us as we transform playgrounds from asphalt to amazing!
Yours in conservation, |
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