Asphalt to Ecosystems: Design Ideas for Schoolyard Transformation provides a fine guidebook for designing and building ecologically diverse schoolyards, then blending nature activities into the areas for K-12. Over 500 color photos packs an illustrated guide for transforming traditional asphalt playgrounds into edible gardens, wildlife habitats and more, using examples from over 150 schools in 11 countries with varying climates. An inspirational, absorbing, unique read for any contemplating the transformation of either an entire schoolyard or a section of ground.