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May 24, 2017
New Study Shows Impact of Recess ›
Adult interactions play a key role in recess outcomes.
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January 29, 2015
Data Suggests Recess Has Strong Implications for School Climate ›
New research demonstrates that a high-functioning recess can contribute to a positive school climate in low-income elementary schools.
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July 24, 2014
To Get More Exercise, Let Children Play Outside ›
Study shows children who spend more time outdoors after school, get more moderate to vigorous physical activity
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May 29, 2013
Schools Should Provide Students with 30+ Minutes of Physical Activity Each Day ›
An Institute of Medicine report recommends schools provide children with more than 50 percent of the needed 60 minutes of daily physical activity
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May 13, 2013
A Great Recess = a Better School Day, New Research Shows ›
Randomized control study finds students at Playworks schools experience less bullying, feel safer, return to classroom quicker, and are more physically active