A better recess can teach kids how to make friends, resolve conflicts, and become leaders.
We've launched Recess Lab in order to help more principals, teachers, and students discover the power of play. Explore how improvements on the playground can impact the entire day at your school.
Staff engagement at recess can have a positive influence on how students play. Explore ways to encourage adult participation.
Recruiting students as game leaders can build their confidence and develop them as role models. Explore ways to assign leadership roles at recess.
Group games like jump rope teach all participants how to pay attention and wait their turn. Explore collaborative and low-conflict games.
Join the more than 2,000 educators who have learned more about their recess by taking the Recess Checkup.
We believe your child deserves to play every day. Find out how you can help your child to learn and grow on the playground.
All across the country, we're proud to work alongside partner organizations who care about increasing opportunities for safe and healthy play for all kids. See how they're making a difference.