Children today are spending less and less time exploring the great outdoors. How can we create outdoor environments that both excite children and enhance their development? Lukas Ritson is the Cofounder of Wearthy, a playground designer and educator. His work has touched the lives of tens of thousands of children Australiawide. Lukas has collaborated with childcare centres, schools, community naturebased events, and has also presented keynote talks on the importance of play in Finland, the United States and across Australia. Keeping children curious, creative and confident through offering the adventurous childhood they deserve is the principle that elevates Lukas’ play environments. Lukas believes that play should be a holistic experience for children – one that fosters connection, encourages resilience, and cultivates compassion. His innovative playground designs emphasise sustainable, quality materials, as they create a healthy stage for limitless learning opportunities. In his talk, Lukas wants to share his own experience living with ADHD and how it helps him design playgrounds that support the development and wellbeing of children. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx