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Fig. 19 Spaces for urban farming
things, that there are insuf
cient possibilities for walking, sports or games and that
children are becoming more and more removed from green and nature
'
(Brosens
2008 ). Children
'
s physical health will increase
children in green areas are less
likely to be overweight (Fig. 20 ).
Children gain important experiences in nature. Contact with nature helps with
self-awareness and increases autonomy. It helps them understand the importance of
nature and the environment and the role it plays in human life (Van Den Berg et al.
Fig. 20 Involvement of local
stakeholders
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