Playworks New England
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
November 12, 2024
Playworks New England’s New Executive Director ›
We are thrilled to announce that Max Fripp has been named Executive Director of Playworks New England! Max is no stranger to Playworks. He served as Executive Director, of then…
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…
October 3, 2024
Meet Our Coaches for the 2024-25 school year! ›
We are so excited to welcome new and returning Coaches and Site Coordinators to the Playworks New England community. Keep reading to learn about them and what they’re looking forward…
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…
Upcoming Events
December 03, 2024 @ 3:30 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…
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
Playworks New England
1452 Dorchester Avenue, 4th floor
Dorchester MA 02122
t: 617.708.1734
f: 617.849.5791
Support Play
Playworks New England is grateful for the support of our regional movement partners.
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