Pediatricians say schools need to make time for recess for kids of all ages
For the first time in more than a decade, a leading pediatricians group has put out new guidance about recess, saying it’s crucial for good health and good grades and should be part of the school day for students of all ages. The updated policy statement by t…
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For the first time in more than a decade, a leading pediatricians group has put out new guidance about recess, saying it’s crucial for good health and good grades and should be part of the school day for students of all ages. The updated policy statement by t…
Recess isnt just a fun break for grade schoolers. Its crucial to good health and good grades for kids of all ages. Thats the message from a leading pediatricians group, which just released the first…
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