{"id":6071,"date":"2022-12-09T11:42:28","date_gmt":"2022-12-09T16:42:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/?p=6071"},"modified":"2022-12-09T13:49:45","modified_gmt":"2022-12-09T18:49:45","slug":"building-skills-through-play-prioritizing-joy-every-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/2022\/12\/09\/building-skills-through-play-prioritizing-joy-every-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Building Skills through play: prioritizing joy every day"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span style=\"color: #8b3e7f;\">What does it mean to prioritize joy and why is it important?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-6072\" style=\"margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/DSC_2552-L-503x333-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"468\" height=\"310\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/DSC_2552-L-503x333-1.jpg 503w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/DSC_2552-L-503x333-1-300x199.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 468px) 100vw, 468px\" \/>Kids (and adults) have been through a lot in the last few years. While still recognizing the challenges that we face every day, there is something to be said about the power of prioritizing joy every single day, especially in schools. Joy can be found in so many settings: painting in art class, doing a science experiment in class, eating with friends in the cafeteria\u2026 and, of course, at recess.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019ve ever been to a Playworks recess, you\u2019ve seen that joy is everywhere. From the laughter of students playing tag with their friends to the silly claps and attention getters used to open and close recess, prioritizing joy, fun, and play is central to what makes a Playworks recess so special. <strong>So what are some ways that you can prioritize joy throughout the day?<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #8b3e7f;\">Games and activities to build a joyful environment:<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>There is no shortage of silly games that are sure to bring lots of joy to students, especially younger ones. The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #438bc5;\"><a style=\"color: #438bc5; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=yFIU0A1dhVY\">Big Cheese<\/a><\/span><\/span> is a perfect game to play during transition times, such as waiting in line for a teacher at the end of recess or waiting for the school bus at the end of the day. Want something that encourages creativity? Try out <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #438bc5;\"><a style=\"color: #438bc5; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/game-library\/i-see-i-see\/\">I See, I See<\/a><\/span><\/span>! And while all games are sure to bring some joy, <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #438bc5;\"><a style=\"color: #438bc5; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/game-library\/tomato\/\">Tomato<\/a><\/span><\/span> is a great option for all ages to get everyone laughing.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When trying to focus the attention of a group, use a fun attention getter to pull the attention to you! Here are a few that you can try out at recess or in the classroom:<\/span> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-6074\" style=\"margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/IMG_2050-4-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"455\" height=\"341\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/IMG_2050-4-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/IMG_2050-4-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/IMG_2050-4-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/IMG_2050-4-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/IMG_2050-4-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/IMG_2050-4-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/IMG_2050-4-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/IMG_2050-4-960x720.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/IMG_2050-4-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/IMG_2050-4-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/IMG_2050-4-444x333.jpg 444w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 455px) 100vw, 455px\" \/>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"color: #77a141;\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Match me<\/span><\/i><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 have everyone do the same action as yourself, such as touch their shoulders, wave their arms, or do a silly dance.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #77a141;\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you hear my voice\u2026<\/span><\/i><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 follow this statement with an action, such as \u201cclap twice.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"color: #77a141;\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When I say __, you say __<\/span><\/i><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 use any two words, such as When I say recess, you say rocks. Recess, rocks!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"color: #77a141;\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alligator, Alligator, Chomp, Chomp<\/span><\/i><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 you say alligator, alligator, the students call back chomp, chomp while making a chomping motion with their arms.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>We use Claps as a silly and fun way to show appreciation for each other, whether it be for a great answer to a question, awesome Class Game Time, or just because we want to spread some positive energy! Try out the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #438bc5;\"><a style=\"color: #438bc5; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CTzYiDzAkTj\/\">Mosquito Clap<\/a><\/span><\/span> or the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #438bc5;\"><a style=\"color: #438bc5; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CUX15krAfqN\/\">Fortnite Clap<\/a><\/span><\/span> to bring some joy and appreciation into your day.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"color: #8b3e7f;\">Other resources:<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-6073\" style=\"margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/qRUiIR9E.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"451\" height=\"301\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/qRUiIR9E.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/qRUiIR9E-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/qRUiIR9E-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/qRUiIR9E-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/qRUiIR9E-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/qRUiIR9E-1620x1080.jpeg 1620w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/qRUiIR9E-1080x720.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/qRUiIR9E-720x480.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/qRUiIR9E-900x600.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2022\/12\/qRUiIR9E-500x333.jpeg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 451px) 100vw, 451px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lean into the power of joy by reading about other ways to <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #438bc5;\"><a style=\"color: #438bc5; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.teachthought.com\/pedagogy\/bring-joy-back\/\">bring joy back into your classroom<\/a><\/span><\/span>. From letting students lead to reading aloud, this blog gives 20 practical tips for integrating joy into your students\u2019 routines.<\/li>\n<li>Have you ever wondered what\u2019s happening in your brain when you\u2019re playing? <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #438bc5;\"><a style=\"color: #438bc5; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/2021\/12\/07\/the-science-of-joy-and-play\/\">The science of joy<\/a><\/span><\/span> and play explores the neurologic benefits of playing, both in kids and in adults.<\/li>\n<li>Remember that you can play in any space! As it gets colder in the winter months, check out our <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #438bc5;\"><a style=\"color: #438bc5; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/new-england\/2022\/02\/03\/rocking-indoor-recess-in-the-gym-or-classroom-or-cafeteria\/\">indoor recess game guide<\/a><\/span><\/span> for games to play in all indoor spaces, such as the classroom, auditorium, and even the hallway. Prioritize joy by making sure that kids get to play no matter what the weather!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><em>Do you have other ideas for how to highlight joy in schools?<span style=\"color: #438bc5;\"> <a style=\"color: #438bc5;\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/PlayworksNewEng\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tweet us<\/span><\/a><\/span> and let us know!<\/em><\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What does it mean to prioritize joy and why is it important? 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