Read some of this year’s meaningful stories of impact.
Empowering Kids to be Courageous
Bringing out the Kindness from Within
Helping Students Uncover their Leadership Potential
Pennsylvania Legislators Play to Prevent Bullying
Challenges of a First Year Teacher
Junior Coaches Lead by Example
Breaking Down Barriers on the Playground
Finding the Confidence to Try Again
Playground Aide Turned Recess Rock Hero
Playworks Helps Make Leadership a Family Tradition
November 25, 2025
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
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…
September 30, 2025
We are wrapping up our back-to-school blog series with some tips to help kick off the year with play! The first few weeks of school have a huge impact on…