PREP Consulting
      228 Eagleview Way
      Cincinnati, OH 45215

      Phone: 513-923-2333
      Fax: 513-923-2444

Complete Park, Playground, Community
Design and Development firm



Research

Stanton-Chapman, T. L., Toraman, S., Morrison, A., Dariotis, J. K., & Schmidt, E. L. (In Press). An observational study of children’s behaviors across two playgrounds: Similarities and differences. Early Childhood Research Quarterly.

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Stanton-Chapman, T. L., & Schmidt, E. L. (In Press). In search of equivalent social participation: What do caregivers of children with disabilities desire regarding inclusive recreational facilities and playgrounds? Journal of International Special Needs Education.

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Stanton-Chapman, T. L., & Schmidt, E. L. (2017). Creating an inclusive playground for children of all abilities: West Fork Playground in Cincinnati, Ohio. Children, Youth, and Environments, 27(3), 124-137.       

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Stanton-Chapman, T. L., & Schmidt, E. L. (2017). Caregiver Perceptions of Inclusive Playgrounds Targeting Toddlers and Preschoolers with Disabilities: Has Recent International and National Policy Improved Overall Satisfaction?” Journal of Research in Special Educational Needs, 17(4), 237-246.

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Stanton-Chapman, T. L., & Schmidt, E. L. (2016). Creating inclusive playground environments following the Principles of Universal Design: Collaborative strategies to promote family participation in the design and development process. Division of Early Childhood (DEC) in the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Monograph for Best Practices in Early Childhood Environments: Promoting meaningful access, participation, and inclusion, 87-100.

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Stanton-Chapman, T. L., & Schmidt, E. L. (2016). Special education professionals’ attitudes towards accessible playgrounds and recreational facilities. Research and Practice for Persons with Severe Disabilities, 41(2), 90-100.

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