Learning Through Movement
Learning Through Movement
Students learn in a variety of different ways. Using movement to teach lessons allows students to be active and learn at the same time. Use these ideas to incorporate movement into everyday learning.
- Read why it is important to incorporate movement into learning throughout the day.
- Consider purchasing books like The Kinesthetic Classroom and Ready, Set, Go to discover ways to include movement and learning into your classroom lessons.
- Incorporate movement into regular parts of your day, such as learning center time
- Plan active lesson plans for each grade and subject:
- Search the Active Academics website for physical activities by grade and subject.
- Visit this blog on Movement and Learning for motivation to get started!
Other resources:
Physical Activity Calendar (Society of Health and Physical Educators)
Active Classroom (Alliance for a Healthier Generation)
Healthy Out of School Time Physical Activity Guide (SNAP-Ed)
