Does Better Recess Equal a Better School Day?

May 15, 2013 | Issue Brief

A safe and healthy recess has the potential to drive better student behavior, health, and learning, according to a new study from Mathematica Policy Research and the John W. Gardner Center for Youth and Their Communities at Stanford University.

Infographic: Playworks Positive Findings From A Randomized Trial Evaluation

May 14, 2013 | Infographic

Infographic about the findings from a randomized trial evaluation on Playworks.

The Power of Play

Commentary

"When it comes to changing schools for the better, recess and play may be one of the most powerful and underutilized tools we have," says RWJF President and CEO Risa Lavizzo-Mourey.

Playworks

September 17, 2012 | Grantee

Playworks improving the health and well-being of children through safe, meaningful play

Effects on School Climate, Academic Learning, Student Social Skills and Behavior

May 15, 2013 | Evaluation

Mathematica Policy Research and the John W. Gardner Center for Youth and Their Communities at Stanford University conducted a randomized controlled trial of Playworks.

New Study: Does Better Recess Equal a Better School Day?

May 14, 2013 | News Release

Randomized controlled trial of popular recess program shows widespread benefits, including less bullying, more physical activity, and more time for teaching.

Playworks Implementation in 17 Schools from 6 U.S. Cities

May 14, 2013 | Evaluation

Mathematica Policy Research and the John W. Gardner Center for Youth and Their Communities at Stanford University conducted a randomized controlled trial of Playworks.

Effects on Play, Physical Activity and Recess

May 14, 2013 | Evaluation

Mathematica Policy Research and the John W. Gardner Center for Youth and Their Communities at Stanford University conducted a randomized controlled trial of Playworks.

Policy Briefing: Better Recess, Better Learning

A February 27, 2013, Capitol Hill briefing on how an active, inclusive recess can help students return to the classroom ready to learn.

Does Playworks Have an Impact on Schools and on the Children Who Attend Them?

September 17, 2012 | Story

Susanne N. James-Burdumy, PhD, Associate Director of Research at Mathematica Policy Research, Inc., leads the random assignment evaluation of Playworks, a program that uses play to promote physical activity and youth development in schools.