How much recess does your child get?

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My daughter is in first grade and they get one 30 minute recess a day.  The rest of the day is spent in the class room at a desk (from 830 until 3).  I think that kids her age need more recess.  I understand that school isnt all about fun and games, but these are 6 yr olds, you cant expect them to sit still at a desk all day and do school work.  They also get about 30-40 minutes of homework every day.  Im just curious if all schools do it this way.

Lel · Accepted Answer

Seriously?! My schools recess in primary school were like 20 mins in the morning and an hour at lunch. Secondary school we had a 15 min recess and a 45-50 min lunch. I live in Australia and this was common throughout most of our schools. School was from 9 to 3:30, although some finished earlier 'cause of the bus time table. 
There's not much you can do though, except change your daughter's schools.

lilboo_us · Answer

My daughter is in first grade too and she gets 35 mins after lunch. But she dont get that much homework after school. I know it has just started, but we always read anyways every night to keep her in practice

Faith · Answer

From what I hear from other parents this is common for first grade. Even some kindergarten too. 

I totally agree with you say too. 

One of the many many many reasons we homeschool.

Anonymous · Answer

When I was in 1st grade I had 10 minutes of homework and and 45 minutes and of recess and 20 minutes of snack !  Your welcome! :)

dinogirl 11/09/11 · Answer

sadly thats how its been for a while. Stupid society. that's why everyone's growing up fat.

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