Play is a behavior that is natural and has existed for thousands of years and across species. It combines a set of made-up rules or norms and a willingness to…
https://www.playworks.org/news/understanding-the-complex-simplicities-of-play/
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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…
https://www.playworks.org/news/six-signs-of-a-joyful-playground/
Why your kids need to run, jump, and yes, goof off. I’m standing on the sweltering blacktop at Wilson Elementary in Richmond. It’s recess, and with my guest badge in…
http://www.diablomag.com/Diablo-Magazine/August-2013/The-Power-of-Play/
The students knew they had just 15 minutes outside. Once the recess coach yelled, “On your mark, get set, play,” the 2nd graders scattered in excitement across the bare blacktop at…
http://thenotebook.org/articles/2016/04/06/educational-value-of-recess
How to play Over Under Relay
https://www.playworks.org/resource/game-of-the-week-over-under-relay/
How to play Over Under Relay, a relay in which each team has to work together.
https://www.playworks.org/resource/game-of-the-week-over-under-relay-2/
How to play this rotational dodgeball game.
https://www.playworks.org/resource/game-of-the-week-dodgeball-switch/
Skill of the Week: Decision Making & Problem Solving Responsible Decision Making is the ability to make good decisions. Resources for the Week of June 15, 2020 Game of the…
https://www.playworks.org/news/play-at-home-week-of-june-15-2020/
Today’s guest post is by Evan Kennedy. Evan is a program manager for Playworks in the East Bay. He has worked for Playworks since 2006, when he was a program coordinator…