Games, Activities, and Tips for Recess

The Why: Read a Research-based case for Recess written by the US Play Coalition, International Play Association, and the Alliance for Childhood.

List of resources:

•  PlayWorks features Game Library where you can search hundred of games by keyword.
• Don’t forget about the classics:  Classic Outdoor Games!
• TeachNYC developed Move to Improve to increase focus in the classroom. These activities can be implemented outside or indoors!
• Practice balance with movement challenges and games from the Parkour-inspired organization,  The Movement Creative.
• P.E. and Recess you can do at home or in a park by streaming games and activities online including movement games and workouts from the NYRR, Playworks, and Active Plus.
• Get play equipment donated for free!
• Find more in our Full NYC Stewardship Manual