Here are some simple active tips that teachers and educators can use to increase movement and reduce sedentary behavior inside and outside the classroom.
Set an actives clock every 30 minutes
Take a brain break every 30 minutes during theory lessons. Do 4-5 exercises simple exercises together with the students, such as the squat, the mask, the yoga dog and the cobra.
Toe raises
Toe raises do the trick for students with tired legs and heads. 10-20 times is enough. Hold on to your toe for a little while for better effect and feel free to let your arms follow. Particularly useful if students are already
standing up and working
.
Turn maths into a gym lesson
Turn math into a gym lesson. Count the number of squats in a minute, add the total number of push-ups in the class or measure how far students can jump without taking a step. See more active math exercises
here.
Outdoor lesson
Plan for an outdoor geography or biology lesson. It provides free movement to and from as well as during class.
Pope
If necessary, allow students to take five-minute breaks for simple physics exercises in the movement corner of the classroom.
Alternative working position
Offer an active working position. With
height-adjustable tables
students can alternate between standing up and sitting down. With a
mat or balance board
underfoot makes it extra comfortable and active for restless legs.
Active interaction
Allow students to move around when answering, for example by standing up instead of raising their hands, or walking to the board to write their answers.
Health literacy
Sneak health education into the timetable. Knowledge of nutrition, health and exercise and the anatomy and physiology of the body can be combined with many other subjects. Inspired by our neighboring country Finland where
health literacy
is compulsory.
Active algebra
Have students run a lap around the schoolyard in time. Compare with how long it takes to walk or jump around. Add, subtract and multiply.
Quiet working environment
Put paws on the table legs and screen off with
table screens
so that you can allow natural movement without interference.
