: Promoting the use of urban squares as safe, vibrant community hubs for families.
: Organizing gatherings that feature traditional games, storytelling, and experiential workshops. Na Pracinha
The initiative, Na Pracinha , aims to strengthen the bond between children, adults, the city, and nature. It encourages families to take children to "pracinhas" (small squares) and parks to rediscover the joy of playing outdoors. Key Objectives and Activities : Promoting the use of urban squares as
is a Brazilian cultural and educational project based in Belo Horizonte that focuses on occupation of public spaces and childhood development through play. Overview of the Project It encourages families to take children to "pracinhas"
: Creating guides and informative materials—such as the book "Beagá pra Brincar" —which catalog leisure spots and activities for kids in Belo Horizonte.
The project acts as a bridge to "resignify" how families inhabit their cities, moving away from closed environments like malls and toward the shared, open history of public squares.
: Highlighting the importance of children interacting with natural elements in an urban environment.