Administrators
The Executive Function Hypothesis
The Executive Function Hypothesis was developed in the 1970s by Karl Pribram and other experts in psychology and psychiatry. Russell Barkley, Ph.D., defines executive function as “the cognitive or mental abilities that people need to actively pursue goals,” and it is critical in developing certain life skills that can set us up for success.
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Active Learning and ADHD
When ADD or ADHD is diagnosed early, teachers and caretakers can help children develop techniques and tools to enhance their skills and improve the executive functions needed for a happy and healthy life.
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The Hidden Dangers of Sitting Still and How to Avoid Them
There is an ever-increasing awareness among education professionals about the link between physical activity and cognitive child development. We are learning more and more about how the physical growth of a child also affects mental and emotional growth, and vice versa. Young children benefit from a balance of physical activity and social, emotional, and mental stimulus. If you restrict one, you restrict the other as well.
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Engaging Families Right from the Start of the School Year
At Walkabouts, we believe in engaging all stakeholders in students’ education. Right from the start of the school year, encourage family involvement at the school and in the classroom. A strong partnership between a school and a family can truly make a difference in a child’s academic journey.
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Research Behind Activity Breaks
According to a 2016 science paper, the average elementary school student is distracted more than a quarter of the time spent in class. Does this sound familiar? What are you doing in your classroom to keep your students engaged and on task?
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Movement and Learning: What the Research Says
Current research on the brain and brain plasticity documents that physical activity positively affects the brain and brain development.
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Learning Acceleration with Movement-Based Learning
Learn how a child's brain is positively impacted with movement-based learning.
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USDA Summer Food Service Programs for Students
Reducing food insecurity among children this summer for healthier outcomes is key.
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How to Incorporate Movement During Hybrid Learning
Physical activity offers a wide range of benefits for students including increasing motivation, improving energy levels, and boosting brain function.
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Why Healthy School Meals Matter
Proper nutrition is linked to improved academic performance. Unfortunately, many students today are not receiving the nutrition they need at home. The statistics are scary. Nearly 49 million Americans—one in five children—live in households that lack the means to get enough nutritious food on a regular basis. At the same time, one-third of all children in the U.S. are overweight or obese.
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