Create high quality, engaging environments for school-age children that meet their developmental needs and support learning. This book outlines the many aspects--including physical, temporal, and interactive environments--that staff members and administrators should consider as they manage programs for children that are safe, nurturing, exciting, and welcoming to all who enter. Ideas, strategies, and realistic approaches that work within afterschool programs' constraints and unique needs are included. Linda J. Armstrongand Christine A. Schmidtare experienced educational consultants who serve children and youth programs throughout the United States.