Health and Wellness
Promoting Nutrition and Healthy Eating Habits in Schools
At Walkabouts, we understand the importance of promoting nutrition and healthy eating habits in schools. While children generally tend to be very active and regularly burn calories, relying solely on their vibrant energy and youthful metabolism is not enough to support their overall health. Children should be familiar with and routinely practice ways they can keep their bodies healthy through appropriate food choices and consistent physical activity and exercise.
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Encouraging a Positive Mindset Toward Physical Fitness and Physical Activity — at School and at Home
At Walkabouts, we understand the importance of introducing physical fitness and physical activity at a young age. By creating home, school, and community cultures that embrace physical fitness and physical activity, the stage is set for a lifetime of vitality and wellness.
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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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Ideas for Integrating Sports with ELA and Math Concepts in 3rd-5th Grade Classrooms
At Walkabouts, we understand that pairing physical activity with academics is important for the development of the whole child. Integrating sports and academic concepts in the classroom can create more meaningful, engaging learning experiences for students.
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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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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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10 Quick and Easy Heart-Centered Activities
A blend of heart-pumping and calming activities throughout the school day supports students’ hearts and minds.
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Tips for Staying Active During the School Day
Movement during the school day not only has health benefits, but other benefits as well, including boosting students’ cognitive abilities, enhancing their creativity, and improving their understanding of concepts. In addition, frequent movement opportunities can help increase student participation and engagement.
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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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USDA Summer Food Service Programs for Students
Reducing food insecurity among children this summer for healthier outcomes is key.
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