Breaktime and the School Understanding and Changing Playground Behaviour

The contributors to "Breaktime and the School," who include educational psychologists, playground designers, advisors and practicing teachers, give an accessible account of the latest research into children's play and behavior, including such issues as playful and aggressive fighting and racism and sexism in the playground. They show how an understanding of this area can inform practical action in designing an environment which encourages positive behavior, in effective management and supervision and in involving the children themselves in decision-making and conflict resolution. Staff in elementary and secondary schools, school officials and educational advisors will find this book essential reading.

Breaktime in the school is a period when pupils learn social skills they will need in the world outside. But it can also be an occasion for aggression, harassment and bullying. Breaktime and the School gives an accessible account of the latest research into children's play and behaviour. The contributors show how an understanding of the area can inform practical action in designing an environment which encourages positive behaviour, in effective management and supervision, and in involving the children themselves in decision-making and conflict resolution. Staff in primary and secondary schools, school governors deciding on budget allocations, as well as local education authority advisers will find the book essential reading.