ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Recess (break)

Okay kiddo, sometimes when we are at school or doing something for a long time, we need to take a break to let our bodies and brains rest. That's what recess is! It's a short period of time where we get to go outside and play with our friends, have a snack, or just take a break.

It's kind of like when you are building with your Legos for a long time, and then you take a break to go get a drink of water or play with your toy cars for a little bit. Recess is like that, but for school!

During recess, you can run around, have fun, and maybe even learn some things too! Maybe you'll play a game of tag and learn how to be faster, or practice sharing toys with your friends and learn how to be kind.

So, just remember that recess is a fun break during the school day that helps us stay happy and focused when we have to go back to learning.