Playground Stencil Packages

  The playground stencil packages come with roll-out stencils which make application a breeze. No measuring! Just roll-out the full-size playground stencils, chalk, and paint. Brightly colored markings enhance motor skill development and provide activities for an outdoor motor learning lab or recess games.  The playground stencil package results in a brightly colored playground with lots [...]

By |2021-06-16T21:10:00-07:00March 13th, 2013|featured posts, PE, Recess|0 Comments

On the Path to Playground Peace Thanks to PEP Grant

Scattered Circles  Moorpark Acorn News 10-28-2011 New program in school district battles bullying By Darleen Principe Moorpark kids are learning how to keep the peace on the playground, one conflict at a time thanks to new PEP Grant. In an effort to battle bullying and teach basic conflict-resolution skills, the Moorpark Unified [...]

64 Alternatives to Withholding Recess

Given the value of recess in a student’s physical and social development, and the need for periodic breaks from classroom instruction, using recess as punishment is inappropriate. Listed below are some alternatives to withholding recess. ZERO-COST ALTERNATIVES 1. Sit by friends 2. Watch a video 3. Read outdoors 4. Teach the class 5. Have extra [...]

By |2023-09-14T11:45:31-07:00March 1st, 2013|Featured Articles, Recess|0 Comments