Includes bibliographical references (pages 199-207) and index.
Contents
The debate over recess : A sad tale of the disjuncture between educational policy and scientific research -- A brief history of the place of play and recess in American schools -- The school playground as a venue for children's social development -- The two worlds of the playground : Gender segregation at recess -- Gender differences in preference for outdoor recess -- Children's play and rough-and-tumble play on the playground -- Children's games on the playground at recess -- The role of recess in children's cognitive performance in classrooms -- Summing up : What are the implications of recess for children in school?.
