Move It: Physical Movement and Learning - Softcover

Smith, Alistair

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1904424740 ISBN 13: 9781904424741

Publisher: Crown House Publishing, 2005

Synopsis

There is an increasing body of knowledge which links physical movement and learning. What the best teachers and the wisest parents have believed for years is affirmed in this book of physical activities. The book contains over 100 simple activities, all fully illustrated with clear instructions on how to develop them. Young children and older learners alike will benefit from practicing them. The book contains sections on- ?X Theory of movement and learning ?X Lifestyle choices and the importance of play ?X Brain breaks for handwriting ?X Brain breaks for relaxation ?X Brain breaks for numeracy and literacy ?X Brain breaks for improving concentration ?X Improving coordination ?X Building confidence ?X Eye patterning ?X Links to learning topics ?X How to add music to movement The activities have been successfully used in schools and include many exercises suggested by teachers with whom the author has worked.

About this title

About the Author

Alistair Smith is the UK's most effective motivational trainer working with schools and teachers. His books on brain-based learning are hugely in demand and demonstrate his enormous understanding of children's learning.

From the Inside Flap

There is an increasing body of knowledge which links physical movement and learning. What the best teachers and the wisest parents have believed for years is affirmed in this book of over 100 simple physical activities all fully illustrated with clear instructions on how to develop them. Young children and older learners alike will benefit from practicing them. These activities have been successfully used in schools and included are many exercises suggested by teachers

Edition details

• Publisher: Crown House Publishing
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 1904424740
• ISBN 13: 9781904424741
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 80