Top Tweets for #SaveRecess
“Breaks, it appears, recharge students’ cognitive energy, thus leading to better test scores.”
When it comes to optimizing learning, we don’t value breaks enough, neuroscientists suggest in a new study: https://t.co/lHlgQdEVNh
Thanks, @Edutopia!
#Playmatters #SaveRecess
"Remember as a child how play just came naturally? Give your children time for play and see all that they are capable of when given the opportunity."
10 reasons things every #parent should know about play: https://t.co/1LjnaO744Z
#Playmatters #SaveRecess @NAEYC
Playgrounds are wonderlands for every aspect of child growth and happiness - plus it's a great place to make friends!
Which U.S. cities have the most playgrounds per capita? Let's find out!
https://t.co/yN2QDshRox #Playmatters #SaveRecess
Research has shown that, "One of the best predictors of whether kids feel happy in school is whether they feel comfortable and competent during recess.” (Bornstein, 2011)
#Playmatters #SaveRecess
In order to optimize learning during and after school hours (particularly for the youngest learners) parents and communities must see "playgrounds as a public educational good, just as we do schools, libraries, and museums." (McSorley, 2013)
#Playmatters #SaveRecess
Cognitive development from the use of swings includes problem solving, dramatic imagination, and mental representation. The swings are also responsible for helping with sensory stimulation. (Frost, 2004)
#Playmatters #SaveRecess
Something to keep in mind while watching the extraordinary athletes of the #Olympics!
#Playmatters #SaveRecess
Did you know that the @UN declared play to be a human right for all children? Let's spread the word for #WorldChildrensDay!
@UNICEF #Playmatters #SaveRecess
#FloridaMoms read this thread!
Recess is an important aspect of kids development—as important as reading and math. Kids learn from recess, from their interaction with other kids, and through play. Taking recess away is detrimental to their development and education.
This will resonate for so many parents!
A #Nevada mom begs school not to take away recess when son fails assignments. Doing so "disregards the evidence-backed benefits of play and hinders children's overall development & academic progress."
https://t.co/hggqHOyGFa
#SaveRecess
#SaveRecess If your child's school wants to take away recess for punishment or extra instructional time--let them know that is exactly the WRONG thing to do. Recess is good for improving classroom learning.
Angela Hanscom: The Real reason children fidget — and what we can do about it. #play #saverecess #kids https://t.co/lFv4TCzLb5
Recess provides -
⛹️♀️ Learning through play
⚽️ Exercise
😮💨 Stress relief
☀️ Fresh air
🌱 Social emotional growth
…and much, much more!
#SaveRecess
Recess policy across America - how does your state score? Do you agree with our assessment? https://t.co/D5kfoPUJZA #Playmatters #SaveRecess #Education
Recess policy in the United States - how does every state score in how they provide recess and exercise opportunities for students: https://t.co/D5kfoQcloa #Playmatters #SaveRecess
Recess is fantastic for every aspect of child development. Unfortunately, not all states find the value in it. We studied policies across the U.S. to assign a grade: https://t.co/D5kfoQcloa #Playmatters #SaveRecess #Edchat
#Kids need #recess!!! Interesting to see how States' policies vary across the country...#Playmatters #SaveRecess #educationpolicy #play #playtolearn #education https://t.co/apDccxWrw6
RT @KimberlyEHart Recess offers countless benefits that can help children throughout their whole lives! Here is how every U.S. state scores on recess policy: https://t.co/LEc6nvykcO #Playmatters #SaveRecess
RT @KimberlyEHart Recess offers countless benefits - but many students go without it. We studied recess policies across the U.S. and graded every state: https://t.co/LEc6nvykcO #SaveRecess #Playmatters
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