The Get Out and Play module was designed keeping the community response in mind. After reviewing the survey results, a common theme was a need for increased opportunities for movement. In response, we designed an experience that would provide the students with more movement and large motor play, while also explicitly teaching social-emotional skills and competencies that our students need to develop. When observing recess time, any teacher will tell you that students struggle to find activities that interest them during this unstructured time. A group may be off playing football and some students may lack the confidence and skills to ask to join their game, Some students are at a loss of what to do and end up sitting on a bench the majority of their time on the playground. This module provides an opportunity for students to not only engage in physical activity, but also to learn about and build their character, develop cooperation skills and practice social interactions.

Through modeling, role-playing, and explicit instruction, the students will engage in games that practice and reinforce kindness and build community, Students will practice empathy, taking turns, inclusive play and problem solving; helping kids learn to recognize a social problem, focus on finding solutions, predict consequences, and select a safe and respectful solution.

Some students may choose to extend this experience by designing their own games to play, creating rules, and teaching others their games as well.

This module is required for all grade levels