Learning Breaks

Being seated for long periods of time has some major drawbacks for young people, particularly those with additional needs. In order for children to learn, they need to be able to pay attention. In order to pay attention, we need to let them move. Movement actually does “turn on” the brain so it will be important to add in some movement breaks for your child.

Learning Breaks can be short, energising bursts of activity that boost blood flow, send oxygen to the brain, and help kids better retain information. Other activities like colouring in can help settle children who are becoming stressed or struggling with particular learning activities. The resources below may help.