Academic outcomes of using movement in the classroom

1. Improved auditory discrimination skills using Brain Gym activities versus the use of random movement in the classroom (Sifft & Khalsa). 

2. Improved visual response time for struggling and non-struggling students (Sifft & Khalsa). 

3. Improved reading, writing and math scores and academic performance with the use of Brain Gym movements and Dennison Laterality Repatterning activities (Twomey & Freeman). 

4. Improved self-esteem and ability to focus on tasks (Hannaford). 

5. Improved social and affective development among students with behavioral, attention and/or hyperactivity disorders (Hannaford). 

Positive Impact on: Classroom climate, Student's self-esteem, Internal locus of control, and time spent on task. 

Research compiled by Jami Guercia, M.A. (2003).

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Like cross laterals, this movement focuses on crossing the midline.

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You don't need to have a white board or pencil and paper, you can track Lazy 8's in the air.

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Tracking Lazy 8's is a great way to get both eyes working together. Good binocular tracking is essential for reading!

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Spinning is a great way to wake up the vestibular system

Linkage: Thomas goes for a spin

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