Did you know that movement is an excellent way to learn?

Movement and multi-sensory activities are a fantastic way to engage children in the learning process.

Our bodies are designed for moving, not for sitting for many hours. And today, many research papers show how sitting for many hours is very damaging. So much so that sitting is declared the new smoking.

Due to the above, learning through movement is aligned with what is natural for children to do. It is about integrating physical and cognitive learning.

We are now aware of the direct link between movement and cognitive development.

For example, physical activity before and during class increases students' ability to process and retain new material. It contributes to the overall cognitive development of the students because it sends oxygen, water, and glucose to the brain, helping it grow and improve mood and motivation.

Learning through movement helps release stress and energy, allowing children to focus on their studies without disrupting the class.

In addition to these fantastic benefits, children have fun when they move around. And when children enjoy participating in a lesson, you know what it means. You got it right - they learn much better.

Learning through movement is also a wonderful way to teach students with special needs-

Many special-needs learners are stuck in counterproductive mental states, and movement is a quick way to change it. A study by Reynolds and colleagues (2003) found that a movement program helped children with dyslexia.

Join The Thinking Effect 19 episode to learn how teachers can use movement to enhance thinking.

In this episode, we have an exceptional guest - Gina Bale!

Gina’s background was originally ballet, but she has spent the last 28+ years teaching movement and dance in mainstream, early years and SEND settings and dance schools.

Gina’s proudest achievement to date is Littlemagictrain. This was created specifically to extend children’s learning using the magic of make-believe, movement and music as children move to learn.

She teaches at a school for children with complex and profound needs and runs training sessions for early years on how to implement Littlemagictrain.

Gina has qualifications in teaching movement and dance from the Royal Ballet School, Trinity College, and the Royal Academy of Dance.

Tune in now to hear from Gina about how you can quickly implement teaching through movement in your classroom.

Here is a special gift for you from Gina –

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