It is part of every child’s nature to explore an environment through playful activity. In some cases, that results in children playing in dirt pits or hazardous areas. Such polluted sites become the stages and backdrops for extraordinary adventures, epic sagas, breathtaking battles, and an infinite number of heroes, foes, and mystical creatures. The power of imagination can take a child’s mind to a fantastical place, full of wonder and joy, and can transform any location into an amusement park echoing with laughter. (11 PHOTOS)