Brain Breaks!!!!

One of the highlights of our day is definitely our Brain Breaks!  I am firm believer in the strong connection between movement and learning and it is so very important for these young students.  We race, dance, sing, and have a great time during these 5 to 7 minute exercise breaks.   After all that moving, we do a cool down that focuses on breathing and using positive imagery to help the students have a successful day.  After brain breaks the students are very calm, focused, and balanced and ready to work hard and learn some more.  I think I enjoy them as much as the kiddos!  Below is a video of the students showing off their moves.