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The Importance of Recess

Recess is often sacrificed to make room for more academics. The research says that’s a big mistake.

April 8, 2018

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The evidence is clear—recess is not a nice-to-have, it’s essential for healthy brains and deeper learning. Dig deeper into the research cited in the video: 

  • Hart et al.’s (2015)
  • Jens Bangsbo et al.’s (2016)
  • The Centers for Disease Control’s (2010) 
  • Charles H. Hillman et al.’s (2014)
  • Helen Hadani, Garrett Jaeger, Katie Kennedy, Elizabeth Rood, and Sandra Russ’ (2017)
  • Caitlin Brez and Virgil Sheets’ (2017)
  • The CDC and SHAPE America’s (2017)
  • The American Academy of Pediatrics’ (2013)
  • Jane Fortson et al.’s (2013)

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  • Play & Recess
  • Research
  • Student Wellness

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