Understanding children's play and outdoor play environment in rural China under transformation

The urbanisation and industrialisation of rural China have brought significant changes to both natural and social landscapes, notably impacting the availability and quality of play spaces for rural children. Despite extensive research on children's outdoor activities in urban settings, there's a noticeable gap in understanding the specific challenges and opportunities rural children face in accessing and utilising play spaces amid rapid urbanisation. Hence, this research aims to explore the dynamics of play spaces for rural children in the context of rural transformation.