Peaceful Playgrounds Jogging/Walking Track
KDG-6th Grade
Social Distancing Playground
Grades 1-8
During the Covid-19 Shelter in Place order, most Americans did in fact stay home. As we have transitioned out of the Covid-19 restrictions, it is still necessary to maintain a 6-foot distance from others in most situations. For this reason, some people believe that schools may need to cancel recess. However, that is not the case in most situations.
In fact, 97% of educators say that their school plans to offer recess in this fall during Webinar Training on “How to plan for a safe COVID-19 playground experience”.
On May 19, 2020, CDC Advisory called “Considerations for Schools,” it clarified how to modify recess and lunch during the Covid-19 Distancing requirements. It stated schools should consider staggering lunch by class, segregate lunch, and assign classes to recess areas.” Please note. It did not say eliminate recess.
(Also appropriate for Physical Education Activities)
- 10 plastic reusable stencils
- Guide Booklet
- Site License
- Paint and Paint Machine
- Blueprint of designs
- Ladder, feet and Dot stencils
- 20 Ladder challenges
- 12 Jumprope challenges
- 9 Activity zones
- Video Demonstrations
- Online training
The 6’ Distancing Playground is a modified outdoor space so that children can maintain the 6-foot distancing guidelines when supervised properly by school staff. Supervising recess has been necessary for the past, but it has become more important as we go forward.
During the Shelter in Place order, I began creating a Covid-19 playground and tried to think through all the challenges and obstacles that must be addressed in order to maintain the 6’ Distancing Guidelines.
There are 9 Activity Zones on this newly created playground space. Rules have been modified in some cases and must be communicated clearly with students. To maintain suggested social distancing, it is recommended that schools assign each separate class to a different activity zone each day so that students do not wander around the playground forgetting about social distancing. All 9 Activity Zones will accommodate 16-18 Students counting those waiting in line on a dot.
Sixteen is the target number for each activity zone, assuming that ½ of the students in a typical class of 32 students, will attend school at one time.
Students should not wait in line to play a game unless they are standing on a dot. White dots represent active players in playing zones.
Below are examples of some of the safety requirements to maintain 6-foot social distancing but enjoyment in-game playing:
Clearly marked spot for active players, with separate marked spots for students waiting to enter a game.
Students assigned to an activity zone for the recess period which rotates to new zones daily.
No equipment will be shared.
The playground’s maximum number of students is 135.
Freeze bell should be implemented for entering and exiting playground procedures.
Do you have a Peaceful Playgrounds Site License from one of our other products? Call us for our discount for Site License Holders. 951-245-6970
Social Distancing Playground Program
Grades 1-8
During the Covid-19 Shelter in Place order, most Americans did in fact stay home. As we have transitioned out of the Covid-19 restrictions, it is still necessary to maintain a 6-foot distance from others in most situations. For this reason, some people believe that schools may need to cancel recess. However, that is not the case in most situations.
In fact, 97% of educators say that their school plans to offer recess in this fall during Webinar Training on “How to plan for a safe COVID-19 playground experience”.
On May 19, 2020, CDC Advisory called “Considerations for Schools,” it clarified how to modify recess and lunch during the Covid-19 Distancing requirements. It stated schools should consider staggering lunch by class, segregate lunch, and assign classes to recess areas.” Please note. It did not say eliminate recess.
(Also appropriate for Physical Education Activities)
What’s Included:
The 6’ Distancing Playground is a modified outdoor space so that children can maintain the 6-foot distancing guidelines when supervised properly by school staff. Supervising recess has been necessary for the past, but it has become more important as we go forward.
During the Shelter in Place order, I began creating a Covid-19 playground and tried to think through all the challenges and obstacles that must be addressed in order to maintain the 6’ Distancing Guidelines.
There are 9 Activity Zones on this newly created playground space. Rules have been modified in some cases and must be communicated clearly with students. To maintain suggested social distancing, it is recommended that schools assign each separate class to a different activity zone each day so that students do not wander around the playground forgetting about social distancing. All 9 Activity Zones will accommodate 16-18 Students counting those waiting in line on a dot.
Sixteen is the target number for each activity zone, assuming that ½ of the students in a typical class of 32 students, will attend school at one time.
Students should not wait in line to play a game unless they are standing on a dot. White dots represent active players in playing zones.
Below are examples of some of the safety requirements to maintain 6-foot social distancing but enjoyment in-game playing:
- Clearly marked spot for active players, with separate marked spots for students waiting to enter a game.
- Students assigned to an activity zone for the recess period which rotates to new zones daily.
- No equipment will be shared.
- The playground’s maximum number of students is 135.
- Freeze bell should be implemented for entering and exiting playground procedures.
Do you have a Peaceful Playgrounds Site License from one of our other products? Call us for our discount for Site License Holders. 951-245-6970
Request more information about our safe recess program
No Equipment Activity Pack
Preschool through K-2
Perfect for Recess, PE or Distance Learning with google classroom for the COVID Environment
The pack of activities includes 2 layouts for a Kindergarten or preschool playground specifically. The activities can be played on any playground and work nicely with the COVID-Playground since they were being developed so that no equipment is required. This set of digital files represents 350 activity cards following 16 sets of cards. The card sets include Movement cards, choice cards, brain breaks, exercise cards, alphabet movement cards, and multiple activities for a circle. All activities are appropriate for the COVID-19 environment as well as after the pandemic passes. Appropriate for indoors or outdoors alike. Great also for distance learning. The license is for single school site staff use. A great resource for google classroom as well.
PLEASE NOTE: THESE ARE DIGITAL PRODUCTS AND MUST BE DOWNLOADED. INTENDED USE IS FOR SMARTPHONE, IPAD, GOOGLE CHROME PAD, OR ANDROID DEVICES.
No Equipment Activity Pack
Preschool through K-6
Perfect for Recess, PE or Distance Learning with google classroom for the COVID Environment
The pack of activities includes 2 layouts for a small space or activity zone. The activities can be played on any playground and work nicely with the COVID-Playground since they were being developed so that no equipment is required. This set of digital files represents 252 activity cards consisting of 16 sets of cards. The card sets include Exercise cards, yoga cards, and brain breaks.
All activities are appropriate for the COVID-19 environment, as well as after the pandemic passes. Appropriate for indoors or outdoors alike.
PLEASE NOTE: THESE ARE DIGITAL PRODUCTS AND MUST BE DOWNLOADED. INTENDED USE IS FOR SMARTPHONE, IPAD, GOOGLE CHROME PAD, OR ANDROID DEVICES.
COVID-19 RESOURCES and FREE DOWNLOADS
ADDITIONAL COVID-19 RESOURCES
Find out more about our Covid-19 Distancing Playground.
Covid-19 Documents and Resources
Attend one of our Recess Solutions Webinars on How to offer recess safely in the fall.
