Every week we are always excited about some aspect of our program, but this week we are SUPER excited about our Movement Centre! The physical development of children is immensely important to overall health and wellness as children and on to adulthood. Sadly, it's often overlooked and shunted to the side when our outside equipment is closed during the winter, when it's too cold to go outside, or when we can't get to the gym. But developing balance, strength and flexibility doesn't just happen on it's own! How do we solve this problem? By creating a classroom space for movement breaks that includes all the best elements for physical development. THIS is where most of our share of the fundraising money went from our poinsettia sales. We're so proud to hear children articulate what is happening to their bodies as they move, how it helps their emotional feelings inside, and if they NEED to be there to burn off extra energy. We are listening to our bodies, and giving our bodies what they need!
There are 3 main reasons to use this centre. Some children need a movement break. Some just want to have fun exercising their body. Some are sent there instead of a 'time out' (sitting quietly is probably the opposite of what they need). Some want to regulate their zone if they feel frustrated or angry and know moving vigorously will actually work to calm them down. Read below to see what the children said about their new centre! Their answers are completely natural and unscripted.
There are 3 main reasons to use this centre. Some children need a movement break. Some just want to have fun exercising their body. Some are sent there instead of a 'time out' (sitting quietly is probably the opposite of what they need). Some want to regulate their zone if they feel frustrated or angry and know moving vigorously will actually work to calm them down. Read below to see what the children said about their new centre! Their answers are completely natural and unscripted.