Learning on the playground: How school recess enhances child development (IMAGE)

University of California - Santa Cruz

Learning on the playground: How school recess enhances child development

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"Recess is an essential but often neglected part of the school day," said Rebecca London, author of the new book Rethinking Recess: Creating Safe and Inclusive Playtime for All Children in School. "Every child needs recess, but recess is not distributed equitably."

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