Leisure Position Paper

AAPAR's new Leisure Education in the Schools position paper delivers a clear message: Leisure education is invaluable in helping children and teenagers lead healthy and satisfying lives and avoid unhealthy behaviors by helping them develop a full repertoire of lifelong leisure activities.

With contributions from more than 30 teachers, scholars, and practitioners, Leisure Education in the Schools offers educators, parks and recreation professionals, administrators, parents, and government officials practical evidence and theoretical applications for schools, childcare and afterschool programs, camps, and playgrounds.

The paper affirms the dynamic importance of leisure education in the schools, provides proven tips on implementing outstanding programs, includes website links for access successful action plans, and helps readers plan for the future.