Q&A with Samuel Follansbee In one word, how would your friends, family, or colleagues describe you? Sincere When, where, and what was the first place you ever participated as volunteer?…
https://www.playworks.org/pennsylvania/2017/04/19/celebrating-volunteer-week-2017/
On Tuesday, February 6, Playworks East Bay Executive Director Rachel Wyley was presented with the State Farm Good Neighbor Award on the court floor with the Warriors! The State Farm Good…
Playworks has offered a lot more variety to games at recess that make every kid feel comfortable playing. Students are bringing these games back into the classroom for indoor recess…
Coach Jake has formulated an awesome indoor recess! Within his gym he has guaranteed physical activity and play to happen each day during the cold winter months. He has organized his space…
https://www.playworks.org/michigan/2015/03/11/wednesdays-coach-of-the-day-coach-jake/
This game is great to help develop verbal communication and teamwork. Group Size: Large group (10 and up) Age Group: Good for all ages Equipment: Kickball, Cones (to create bases) Before You Start:…
https://www.playworks.org/resource/game-of-the-month-ultimate-kickball/
We had an awesome time volunteering at the Martin Luther King Library in honor of MLK Day. The library hosted such a fun and engaging event for all of its…
Over the summer, our friends at Sport Oregon hosted an event called Medford2Medford. This long-standing running event attracts runners to put their endurance to the test and help fundraise for…
Play and recess offer largely untapped opportunities for adults to help students become more effective learners.
https://www.playworks.org/resource/untapped-opportunities-hiding-in-plain-sight/
In this fun animal-filled game, students will practice self-control and following directions. In order for this game to be successful, be sure to remind students of the classroom boundaries and…
