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January 20, 2022

How to Talk to Kids About Losing ›

Kids struggle with losing during play every day. Here are some tips, gathered from Playworks staff across the country, on how to empathetically talk to kids about losing, whether it…

January 14, 2022

2021-22 Mid-Year Report: Adjusting and Adapting ›

As we continue to navigate the challenges presented by COVID-19, Playworks has leaned into the healing power of play to strengthen and support our communities.  Our partners have allowed us…

December 30, 2021

Looking Forward to Joy in 2022 ›

Over the last five weeks, we have been exploring the concept of joy: what it means to us, how it shows up in our lives, and how to share it…

collage of group photos
collage of group photos

December 23, 2021

Ten Joyful Moments of 2021 ›

This year has been an incredible one for Playworks New England, and we want to share ten moments that have brought us joy in 2021. Enjoy! 1. We hosted our…

December 17, 2021

Every Day Joy ›

As we explored on last week’s blog, joy and play are important for brain development, both in children and in adults. There are countless ways to integrate joy into your…

December 7, 2021

The Science of Joy and Play ›

During the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re all experiencing a new way of life. While there are shining examples of bravery and selflessness, the reality for many is that the last twenty-two…

collage of coaches
collage of coaches

November 29, 2021

Welcome to the Joy Series ›

Play is joy. Human connection is joy. Recess yards and playgrounds are a place where you will see smiles, hear laughter, and feel the joy that is associated with running,…

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November 18, 2021

Playworks Gratitude Day ›

There are so many people who make Playworks New England what it is. Thank you to our donors, corporate partners, volunteers, principals, teachers, recess teams, lunch monitors, custodians, parents and caregivers, and…

November 10, 2021

Boston Public Schools Health & Wellness Department Remixing Recess for 4th-8th Graders ›

Principals in Boston are seeing many new needs from their students with schools fully reopen this fall. We’ve heard from many school leaders that beyond lost learning time, students have…