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April 29, 2021
Leveraging Play to Address Learning Loss ›
In order to help kids recover from learning loss, we must ensure their emotional needs are met. We need to prioritize every child’s wellbeing, and that starts with acknowledging that…
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January 5, 2021
Top 6 Games to Play Virtually ›
Many educators have risen to the challenge of transitioning their lessons to accommodate virtual education, and Playworks has been helping educators ensure play remains in every child’s day, even online.…
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October 6, 2020
Using Play to Foster Social Connections and Physical Activity ›
Play isn’t just fun and games – it’s a vital aspect of our health and well-being. When we play, we engage our bodies, minds, and senses, creating opportunities for increased…
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March 13, 2019
Behind the Scenes: Reinforcing SEL with Games ›
You probably know the saying “you are what you eat.” But did you know that you are also “how you play”? When it comes to social and emotional learning (SEL),…
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January 28, 2019
10 Brain Breaks That Will Help Your Students Refocus ›
It’s that time of day. Your students are restless, perhaps due to the weather. You can see their eyes glazing over as you review decimals and fractions—for the third time…
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November 17, 2018
Jump Rope Games To Help Everyone Jump In ›
Jump rope is one of the easiest ways to play alongside kids at recess or during break time. Grown-ups can introduce games that help kids develop basic jumping skills or…
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August 16, 2018
Back to School Refresher for Recess Monitors ›
Start the school year off right by using tools to make recess fun for all. As we prepare for students to head back to school, we need to prepare not…
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May 9, 2018
Designing an Inclusive Recess ›
How might we help all kids feel included at recess? Part of the answer will always be students who lead by example. But inclusion is also a recess design challenge.…
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March 15, 2018
Recess in the rain… and snow… and… ›
Whether it’s snow, rain, smog, or cold, weather can put a wrench in recess. Playworks is here to help. This toolkit draws on our 25+ years of experience on playgrounds and…