2024
Yes
Heat-Resilient Schoolyards: Relations Between Temperature, Shade, and Physical Activity of Children During Recess
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36640783/
Lanza, Kevin
North America
Observational
Students
Elementary (K-5)
Temperature
Humidity
Other
Latino
Climate change adaptation
green schoolyards
Low-income
shade sail structures
urban tree canopy
In Austin, TX, children aged 8-10 spent less time in moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA) and more time in shade as temperatures rose, especially above 33°C. Green schoolyards with more tree canopy increased MVPA, highlighting benefits of shaded play during heat.
2023