I was looking at an online listing for toy wooden blocks the other day when I happened to glance at the comments people had about the product. One buyer had the following complaint: “I purchased these blocks, but when they arrived there were no directions in the box.” Who needs directions for wooden blocks?!? That…
unstructured play
Recess—Yay or Nay?
Here’s hoping your students will have recess this year. Maybe even recesses! I think brain breaks are a super idea, however should brain breaks replace outdoor recess? My vote is no, they should not. Brain breaks are fun and active, however most are structured. Recess allows for unstructured play time which encourages creativity and fosters…