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May 10, 2017
Six Games to Create a Rock Star Day of Play ›
Celebrate the end of the school year with these six music-themed ideas for a great field day.
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May 4, 2017
Game of the Month: Ultimate Kickball ›
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:…
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April 20, 2017
6 Ways to Improve Social Skills at Recess ›
Help kids practice social skills throughout the day, not just in class.
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April 7, 2017
Game of the Month: Morph ›
On the playground, most conflicts can be solved with a good ol’ fashioned game of Rock, Paper, Scissors (ro-sham-bo). Use this simple playground tool as a means to increase cooperation…
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March 8, 2017
Game of the Month: Red Light Green Light ›
This games teaches listening skills and awareness. Red Light, Green Light is a good readiness cooperative and leadership game.
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February 16, 2017
Five Transitions to the Classroom So Kids are Ready to Learn ›
Save valuable class time by using fun activities to get kids from the playground or lunchroom to the classroom.
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February 13, 2017
5 Ways Students Learn to Be Loving and Inclusive at School ›
Elementary school students spend up to six hours in school each day, and while they’re learning academic skills like reading, math, and spelling, they’re also learning important life skills like…