by Steve Reifman, Monthly Columnist As frequently as possible, I add movement to my instructional lessons to engage students, enliven the classroom environment, and increase the likelihood that quality learning will occur. The easiest way to incorporate movement is through simple rhythms and chants. While this kinesthetic dimension positively impacts all children, it has a…
Give Me a Break
By Barbara Gruener Let’s face it; with increasingly difficult academic challenges and seemingly less time to fit it all in, there are fewer if any moments left over for meaningful movement. Some schools have even done away with recess (gasp!) and/or physical education classes (yikes!). And then students go home to tech time in front…
3 Wiggle-Reducing Movement Activities for Kids
As we move into the holiday season, students seem to have more wiggles than at almost any other time of year. Instead of lamenting the fact that your students cannot sit still for more than five minutes, embrace their energy and try one of the five activities below. Your students will be engaged, their energy…