Updates

September 16, 2025

Back to School Claps, Cheers, and Cooldowns ›

To help ensure the new school year is off to a strong start, we’re sharing a series of back to school games and play tips. Next up – Cheers, claps,…

September 9, 2025

Back to School Icebreaker Games ›

We’re kicking off the new school year with a series of back to school games and play tips. First up – Icebreakers! A new school year means a new opportunity…

July 7, 2025

Play in Action: Highlights from the Jefferson Elementary PlayShop ›

At Playworks Southern California, we believe that play is transformational. It’s a powerful tool for connection, leadership, and learning. Our team demonstrated that at our recent PlayShop at Jefferson Elementary…

June 4, 2025

10 Games to Get Kids Moving ›

Kids need physical activity, and play is one of the most effective and joyful ways to make it happen. Whether it’s during recess, in the classroom, or at home, active…

March 24, 2025

How Play Fuels Academic Success ›

One of the most impactful ways to support student learning starts with play.  At Playworks, we’ve seen firsthand how the benefits of play extend far beyond recess time. When kids…

February 11, 2025

Resourceful Play with Minimal Equipment ›

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,…

January 13, 2025

Making Any Space a Playspace ›

Play is essential to a child’s development, regardless of whether it happens on a bustling playground, in a quiet classroom, or even in a small hallway. While a traditional outdoor…

December 18, 2024

15 Days of Play: Celebrating Partnership & Teamwork with WSS ›

At Playworks Southern California, partnerships are at the heart of our mission to bring the power of play to kids and communities. As we celebrate our 15th Anniversary, we’re thrilled…

November 20, 2024

Building a Foundation for Change ›

Relationships are the foundation of building a shared future. Schools, as microcosms of our communities, are the perfect starting point for driving the systemic change we need. We can most…