Can You See Us Play? Observing Inclusive Outdoor Play Behaviour Among Children With and Without Disabilities: A Mixed Methods Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Outdoor play is essential for children's development. However, children with disabilities face barriers in outdoor play. In the Netherlands, there are limited opportunities for children with and without disabilities to play together. While previous research examined the perspectives of parents, professionals and children regarding inclusive outdoor play, little is known about actual outdoor play behaviour. This exploratory study uses observational research to investigate how children with and without disabilities engage in outdoor play together.

Methods

We used a mixed-methods approach: quantitative assessments using the Test of Playfulness (ToP) and the Test of Environmental Supportiveness (TOES) were combined with qualitative observations focused on inclusive ou

SUBMITTER: Beekhuizen RQ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12676260 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature