Playworks Minnesota
Playworks helps kids stay active and build valuable social and emotional skills through play.
About
All kids deserve the social, emotional, and physical benefits of play. We help schools and youth programs create healthy play environments where every child can join in.
Latest News
October 21, 2024
Why Kids Should Experience a Variety of Sports and Games ›
Childhood is a time of exploration, where kids can try new things, discover hidden talents, and develop critical life skills. One of the best ways to foster this growth is…
September 20, 2024
Adapting Play for Varying Abilities ›
A 5th grade student had Brittle Bone Disease, a rare condition where his bones are fragile and prone to fracture. In his four years at the elementary school, he had…
August 20, 2024
The Power of Norms ›
As students return back to school, setting norms becomes essential in easing the transition. Shared norms are important throughout the school day, from the classroom to the playground and even…
August 1, 2024
Introducing SparkPlay presented by Playworks ›
Playworks is thrilled to announce the launch of a new learning tool. SparkPlay is Playworks’ subscription-based, online resource supports the continuous learning of safe and healthy play for school and…
Events
December 03, 2024 @ 1:30 PM
Building Positive Relationships with Play ›
The Game Plan webinar series is back with exciting new topics! Playworks invites educators and administrators to join our free, four-part series designed to help bring the benefits of play…
December 12, 2024 @ 3:00 PM
Transforming the School Day: Creating a Culture of Engagement Through Play ›
Leverage the power of play for positive school culture and a more engaging school day! We all crave spaces where we feel included, connected, and safe; play and recess have…
A Better Recess
Instead of going back to class energized and ready to learn after recess, kids often return upset and unable to focus. We can change this. At a great recess:
Kids are at their best
Kids bring out the best in themselves and each other. They learn the value of fair play, compassion, and respect. They practice key social and emotional skills.
Kids become leaders
They run their own games and settle their disputes quickly (we recommend rock, paper, scissors) because getting along is more fun than fighting.
Kids choose to be active
When all students are included and all students know how to play popular games, every child has the opportunity to discover the joy of active play.
Contact Us
2136 Ford Pkwy
Suite #8210
St. Paul, MN 55116
Email: mninfo@playworks.org
t: 651.207.5285
f: 952.314.7003
