According to research movement in
the classroom positively affects mental and physical well being, and supports
learning. We try to move in our classroom everyday. Moving during and between
activities helps my students to stay focused and involved in the lesson.
According to the book A Moving Child is a
Learning Child by Gill Connell and Cheryl McCarthy, second graders at the
age of seven and eight are at the end of the skedaddlers stage. They are able
to participate in cooperative games, dance, leaping and skipping. Children at
this age are nearing independence in movement. It is important to continue to
support all children and provide learning experiences to help them grow. I have
included a sample activity from the book A
Moving Child is a Learning Child on my blog, it is a fun activity you can
do with your child. Enjoy!
The Quest Chest
Children love looking for treasures! During this activity take a walk outside and look for treasures in nature. Before heading out come up with a theme. For example, you might search for things that are yellow, things that are soft or things that are hard. After the quest talk about the treasures with your child, then help your child create a special place to keep their treasures.
The Quest Chest
Children love looking for treasures! During this activity take a walk outside and look for treasures in nature. Before heading out come up with a theme. For example, you might search for things that are yellow, things that are soft or things that are hard. After the quest talk about the treasures with your child, then help your child create a special place to keep their treasures.
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