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| Elementary Education | 1 |
| Elementary School Students | 1 |
| Outdoor Activities | 1 |
| Play | 1 |
| Recess Breaks | 1 |
| School Recreational Programs | 1 |
| Student Needs | 1 |
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| Dimensions of Early Childhood | 1 |
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| Tyler, Vernelle | 1 |
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| Journal Articles | 1 |
| Opinion Papers | 1 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 1 |
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Peer reviewedTyler, Vernelle – Dimensions of Early Childhood, 2000
Describes recent reductions or elimination of recess at the elementary school level. Discusses the benefits of recess for children's intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development. Argues that recess has educational and social values and should not be eliminated from the school day. (KB)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Students, Outdoor Activities, Play
