Research has proven that it is important for students to be moving during the school day. One way that I integrate movement into my classroom is through the use of brain breaks. My favorite resource is GoNoodle. Click on the link to sign up for your free account!
Students love GoNoodle because the activities are fun. There is yoga, running, hurdles, indoor recess dance mixes, mindfulness, and so much more. The GoNoodle characters look cool and they transform after completing 10 activities.
Teachers love GoNoodle too! It is easy to use and it provides students have a way to channel their emotional and physical needs thus resulting in a class that is more focused.
My students beg me for GoNoodle time. Why not try it and maybe your class will beg you for more GoNoodle time too!
Research:
Fiore, Nina. The Benefits of Movement in Schools http://www.creativitypost.com/education/the_benefits_of_movement_in_schools
Jensen, Eric. Teaching with the Brain in Mind: Movement and Learning http://www.ascd.org/publications/books/104013/chapters/Movement-and-Learning.aspx
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