Recess Matters

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The American Academy of Pediatrics emphasizes the importance of regular recess for childrens physical, mental, and academic health. Despite shrinking recess times nationwide, experts stress that kids, especially those struggling with focus or behavior, need these breaks to thrive. New research supports daily minimums of twenty minutes, spread across multi…

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The American Academy of Pediatrics emphasizes the importance of regular recess for childrens physical, mental, and academic health. Despite shrinking recess times nationwide, experts stress that kids, especially those struggling with focus or behavior, need these breaks to thrive. New research supports daily minimums of twenty minutes, spread across multiple breaks, and even middle and high schoolers should get recess to counter screen overload. Schools prioritizing recess time could significant

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• daily