Children clamor out of their classrooms and into the recess yard. Rather than scramble to gain possession of footballs, basketballs, Hula Hoops and other equipment, the children quickly form six…
https://www.playworks.org/news/playworks-new-rules-for-recess/
Whether it’s snow, rain, smog, or cold, bad weather can put a wrench in recess. Playworks is here to help. This toolkit draws on our 30+ years of experience on…
As 2022 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on big moments that took place across Playworks nation this year. 1. Celebrating 25 Years The 2021-2022 school year marked a major…
https://www.playworks.org/news/celebrating-2022-big-moments/
How to play Football Fake Out
https://www.playworks.org/resource/game-of-the-week-football-fake-out/
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Zara Cadoux worked as a Playworks coach in Baltimore during the 2010-2011 school year. During college, she played Ultimate Frisbee on the Vassar College Women’s team, the Boxing Nuns. She currently…
https://www.playworks.org/story-of-play/why-ultimate-frisbee-is-the-next-big-youth-sport/
Imagine a rainy day when outdoor recess is canceled or a play area with no traditional play equipment in sight. Even in these moments, kids, with the help of adults,…
https://www.playworks.org/news/resourceful-play-with-minimal-equipment/
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Playworks and the American Academy of Pediatrics teamed up for a special webinar exploring the ecosystem of care for kids’ mental health and…
https://www.playworks.org/news/supporting-student-mental-health-through-play/
