Martha is an energetic fifth grader with a contagious smile and a love for play. At most recesses you will find her dribbling a basketball and honing her defensive skills…
https://www.playworks.org/southern-california/2011/10/07/transformation-a-road-to-confidence/>
Before even entering the gym, one can hear the faint noise of players dribbling… cheering… shooting. The familiar tune, "Space Jam," coming from small speakers in the center of…
https://www.playworks.org/texas/2013/02/12/creating-confidence-on-the-court/>
“Today is Wednesday. Are Coach L and Coach Kat from Playworks coming?” LaToya Paley, business manager at Precious Moments Learning Center, has been peppered with this question all summer. She…
https://www.playworks.org/texas/2015/08/06/summertime-play/>
The atmosphere was festive at the McLean home of Jim and Patrice Angle at a March event co-hosted by Arlingtonians Chuck and Kristian Todd. The occasion was a reception…
https://www.playworks.org/greater-washington-dc/2015/03/05/chuck-todd-and-jim-angle-speak-out-on-the-power-of-play/>
There is a first grader named Nelson at my school who rarely participated in games during recess. Even during Class Game Time, he would always try to blend in with…
https://www.playworks.org/northern-california/2013/02/15/from-the-sidelines-to-the-playground/>
Celebrate Independence Day with some games this year.
https://www.playworks.org/resource/a-dozen-games-to-play-this-fourth-of-july/>
I consider myself lucky because the work that I do as an AmeriCorps member provides ample opportunity for reflection and inspiration. It didn’t take me long in this position to…
https://www.playworks.org/story-of-play/americorps-member-sees-student-leaders-potential/>
Playworks IN 3rd Annual Corporate Kickball Challenge It is here…it is now and it is on!! Get ready to leave it all on the field during an epic day of…
https://www.playworks.org/indiana/event/3rd-annual-corporate-kickball-tournament/>
Rock crushes scissors. Scissors cut paper. Paper covers rock…. You know the drill. But can you rock it?! Playworks Denver is hosting a RoShamBo Rockstar Tournament and FUNdraiser Wednesday, March 13,…
https://www.playworks.org/colorado/2013/02/25/2013-roshambo-rockstar-tournament-and-fundraiser/>