This article explains what most educators know; children need to be active during the day. What I liked about the article is that it includes studies to support this and also a couple of sites that teachers can access to help provide movement breaks during the day. I would like to see a classroom where children are active throughout the day but if that is not possible, the information in this article is helpful and provides backup facts if a teacher needs them.
Why Kids Shouldn't Sit Still in Class: https://www.nytimes.com/2017/03/21/well/family/why-kids-shouldnt-sit-still-in-class.html
This article explains what most educators know; children need to be active during the day. What I liked about the article is that it includes studies to support this and also a couple of sites that teachers can access to help provide movement breaks during the day. I would like to see a classroom where children are active throughout the day but if that is not possible, the information in this article is helpful and provides backup facts if a teacher needs them.
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