Recess Research

If you have suggested resources you’d like to see added to this page to share with the community, please contact us!

Research Support for Recess


ADVOCACY

The Need For Recess, 2019 (Policy Brief) by Olga Jarrett 

Global Recess Alliance https://globalrecessalliance.org/

Rescuing Recess by Carleton Kendrick Ed.M., LCSW: Who are these grinches who want to eliminate school recess?

The Case for Recess, edited by Rhonda Clemons


MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH

Recess and Social Development by Tom Jambor

“How Recess Promotes Focus for ADHD Children” by Larry Silver, M.D. 

The Power of Play by the American Academy of Pediatrics 

The Crucial Role of Recess in Schools by the American Academy of Pediatrics


ROLE IN EDUCATION

Program Proves More Recess Improves Academic Performance and Behavior  – SHAPEAMERICA.ORG

The Middle of the Day by Gail Healy

The Role of Recess in Children’s Cognitive Performance and School Adjustment by Anthony D. Pellegrini and Catherine M. Bohn