Despite recent trends toward eliminating recess in elementary schools, scientists have long suspected play is crucial in children’s cognitive development. Imagine you are a member of a school board trying to decide whether or not to eliminate recess from local public schools. In the process of researching evidence of the connection between children’s play and learning, you discover a magazine article, a webcast, and a professional report. Each document focuses on children’s need to explore their world through play but uses a distinct genre to do so. Click on each document to learn more.

Magazine Article

Webcast

Professional Report

Thinking About Genre