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Try out new online mini-courses from Playworks.

Many of you have shared that you’d like to do more to incorporate play into learning.

These mini-courses share best practices you can use right away. Please try them and let us know what you think! All of our courses are free during our testing phase. Courses are designed to get you started quickly; expect to spend 5 to 15 minutes per course.

Course Preview: Create Smooth Transitions through Play

“Stealthy Ninjas,” the video above, is just one transition strategy in our “Create Smooth Transitions through Play” course. This activity is a great way to transition kids from the playground back into the classroom—or from the car to wherever they are going next!

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January 28, 2026

Six Signs of a Joyful Playground ›

Spotting joy on the playground is not always obvious at first glance. Sometimes it shows up in small, meaningful moments, the kind that assure you kids feel safe, connected, and…

November 25, 2025

Playworks Celebrates 30 Years of Play ›

What began as a way to make recess more joyful on one playground has grown into a nationwide effort to make play part of every kid’s day.  In 1995, Jill…

November 14, 2025

Recess Matters: Why Belonging, Joy, and Play Are the Hidden Keys to School Attendance ›

It started with a familiar moment. A first grader, dressed and ready, stood by the door and asked quietly: “Do I have to go to school today?” There was no…