You know I love one page worksheets that are multisensory so here we go with a brand new format I created today – Word Search Workout! I think it is pretty clever and I am hoping you are impressed LOL. This weather word search puzzle is a mind and body workout. How to Complete the […]
Do you have behavior problems in the classroom? Recent research indicates that increasing physical activity may help. Sounds easy right? Well, how much physical activity? What kind of physical activity? These are all important details that need to be looked at closer when we look at strategies for behavior problems in the classroom. Previous research […]
If you need a quick and simple brain break activity that encourage movement and self-regulation, check out these animal exercises for kids! There are three free printables you can download at the bottom of this blog post. Benefits of Physical Activity for Kids Yes, of course, exercise is important for the healthy development of children. […]
Do you have students who have difficulty transitioning from one activity to another? Maybe they have a hard time transitioning from the classroom to the therapy room or special class. There are many reasons why a student may have trouble with transitions. Think about all the skills needed for successful transitions: listening skills: students need […]
Do you need quick and easy brain breaks for the classroom? You can download two FREE printables that are perfect for the classroom. These activities encourage self-regulation, body awareness, coordination, physical activity and balance all on one page. These freebies are from the complete Roll Some Fun digital download that includes 30 no-prep, boredom busting brain […]
There are many benefits of deep breathing exercises for kids. Not only will they help children but the adults who are leading the deep breathing exercises will also benefit. 10 Benefits of Deep Breathing Exercises for Kids Decreases stress. Reduces anxiety. Helps you to remain calm. Strengthens sustained attention. Sharpens the ability to focus and learn. […]
5 Strategies to Support Gross Motor Skills in the Classroom Embedding motor skill activities into the preschool classroom is so important to help children develop postural control, locomotor skills, and coordination skills. When children are able to maintain an upright posture, participate in physical activities and demonstrate eye-hand coordination skills, it is beneficial for functional learning in school. […]
Air Drawing Brain Break Freebie Do you need a quick brain break activity? This air drawing brain break addresses so many skills and requires NO PREP. Just print (download at the end of the post) and start moving. Or don’t even print, show it on the projection screen in the classroom for a whole class […]
I Can Go Up High Movement Song Are you in search of a quick movement activity that requires no equipment? Maybe the children that you work with need body awareness, motor planning, and coordination practice. You will want to download this freebie – I Can Go Up High Movement Song. This movement song challenges body […]
10 FREE Winter Olympic Brain Break Ideas The Winter Olympics are quickly approaching. It’s a great time to add more movement into the classroom with brain breaks. These quick brain breaks can be highly motivating for the class during an Olympic year. Here are 10 FREE Winter Olympic brain break ideas: Downhill skiing – Pretend to downhill […]