"Exercise increases blood flow to the brain, which helps with focus and staying alert. It also reduces stress and anxiety, making it easier to focus on important tasks. Research has also shown that kids learn more quickly after they've exercised." "Research shows that taking purposeful breaks (anywhere from 5–60 minutes) from studying to refresh your brain and body increases your energy, productivity, and ability to focus." "As a general rule, concentrated study of 10 to 15 minutes for elementary school and 20 to 30 minutes for middle and high school students calls for a three- to five-minute break."
Teachers how frequently are you taking meaningful breaks? Can you plan meaningful physical activity opportunities into your classroom? I'm happy to help with ideas. What are you looking for to influence our students learning states? What is needed through out the day is different. Determine what is needed, movement learning, brain breaks/energizers, or mindfulness/calming? Check out my Kinesthetic Classroom Management page for ideas of how to start. Have anything to add, please email me your link/idea!