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The Healthy Playground Makeover Sweepstakes 2013
I don’t view recess as something that takes time away from my kids’ learning. In fact, I believe that physical exercise prepares kids’ minds for learning – and leads to […]
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Smart from the Start
As with the building of any structure, laying a solid foundation is crucial for future stability. Building toward children’s futures should be no different. Children are tested on ABC’s, time-telling […]
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Give Kids a Break: The Value of Recess
The new policy statement by the American Academy of Pediatrics about the importance of recess time brought back some vivid memories of my days on the playground. I remember when […]
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Bring Recess Home for The Summer
On summer vacation kids want to leave a lot of their school work at school, close the books for a few months and just relax. Who can blame them? Kids […]
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From the Sidelines
My three youngest children participated in recreational soccer all through elementary school, and once they entered middle school, I was very excited to watch my son and middle girl finish […]
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Fit Learning: Bringing Physical Activity to the Classroom
Teachers are often faced with difficulties keeping students engaged in the classroom throughout the day. Whether it is battling for kids’ attention or motivating them to continue learning, I noticed […]
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Recess: Play On Children, Play On!
Looking back on favorite grade school memories, it’s no surprise that recess ranks so highly on the list. Organized soccer games, playing tag on the playground, competitions over who can […]
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Celebrating Take Your Family to School Week
School leaders across the country are opening their doors to families this week in celebration of Take Your Family to School Week, an event held from February 18-22 to enhance […]
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The Value of Volunteering
Sometimes trying to get your child to talk about school seems like an impossible task. I’m sure you’ve had conversations like this: “So how was school today?” “Fine.” “Did anything […]
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2013 Healthy Playground Makeover
How many times have you heard a parent or teacher say, “Use your indoor voice. We don’t throw balls inside.We don’t climb on furniture!” My guess is- a lot. There […]
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