The importance of recess

I love that FSP is committed to providing recess to all kids, even through middle school - the NYT reports that there is data to support that recess is good for kids learning! They suggest that kids never be kept in from recess as discipline, because it undermines their academic performance. NYT, February 24, 2009 WELL Blog The 3 R’s? A Fourth Is Crucial, Too: Recess By TARA PARKER-POPE http://www.nytimes.com/2009/02/24/health/24well.html