"Build the body-brain connection with step-by-step activities that help children develop physical, cognitive, social, and emotional foundations for early learning and school readiness. Early childhood educators will find clear information on creating the move-to learn environment, managing safety, and optimizing the connections between language development, movement, and readiness for formal learning. An observational tool lets teachers ..."
"In order to learn, kids’ need to move! Grounded in best practices and current research, this hands-on resource connects the dots that link brain activity, movement, and early learning. The expert authors unveil the Kinetic Scale: a visual map of the active learning needs of infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and primary graders that fits each child’s individual timetable. Teachers, parents, and caregivers will find a wealth of information ..."
""This book explains the learning link between the body and the brain and what early childhood educators and caregivers can do to guide it."
Move, Play, and Learn with Smart Steps Sequenced Activities to Build the Body and the Brain (Birth to Age 7) by Cheryl McCarthy, GillConnell and Wendy Pirie (2016, E-book) by GillConnell, Cheryl Mccarthy, Wendy Pirie 216 Pages, Published 2016 by Free Spirit Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-63198-074-9, ISBN: 1-63198-074-2
A Moving Child Is a Learning Child How the Body Teaches the Brain to Think (Birth to Age 7) by Cheryl McCarthy and GillConnell (2014, E-book) by Cheryl Mccarthy, GillConnell 338 Pages, Published 2014 by Free Spirit Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-57542-532-0, ISBN: 1-57542-532-7
"Downloadable digital content includes printable charts, games, and activities from the book plus a PowerPoint presentation for professional development, parent handouts, and bonus activities."
A Moving Child Is a Learning Child How the Body Teaches the Brain to Think (Birth to Age 7) by Cheryl McCarthy and GillConnell (2013, E-book) by Cheryl Mccarthy, GillConnell 336 Pages, Published 2013 by Free Spirit Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-57542-630-3, ISBN: 1-57542-630-7
"Balance: The. Vestibular. System. Any kindergarten teacher will tell you that three
of the most important elements of school readiness are the abilities to sit still, pay
attention, and stay focused. The vestibular system governs all three. The
Vestibular System The vestibular system detects motion and gravity to cre- ate
our internal sense of balance. It coordinates with all the other senses—especially
the eyes—to help us get and ..."