Nesmith Library

A moving child is a learning child, how the body teaches the brain to think (birth to age 7), Gill Connell and Cheryl McCarthy

eng

Includes bibliographical references (page 317) and index

illustrations

index present

non fiction

A moving child is a learning child

bibliography

Gill Connell and Cheryl McCarthy

how the body teaches the brain to think (birth to age 7)

"Just as kids' bodies need specific nutrients for good health, they also need a balanced diet of physical activity to help them reach their potential. This book explains the learning link between the body and the brain and what early childhood educators and caregivers can do to guide it. Writing in a down-to-earth style accompanied by lively color photographs, the authors reveal the truths behind children's movement and unveil the Kinetic Scale: a visual map of the active learning needs--such as balance, coordination, and control--of infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and primary graders (from "snugglers" to "skedaddlers"). Throughout are actionable tips and activities that will keep kids moving, growing, and learning. Digital content includes parent handouts and customizable forms"--, Provided by publisher"This book explains the learning link between the body and the brain and what early childhood educators and caregivers can do to guide it. The authors discuss children's movement and introduce the Kinetic Scale: a visual map of the active learning needs of infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and primary graders. Includes tips, activities, and PowerPoint presentation"--, Provided by publisher

Movement matters -- Introduction to movement : how the body teaches the brain -- Containerized kids -- How movement helps unlock the brain for learning -- A moving child -- How a moving child develops -- The origins of movement : primitive and postural reflexes -- The origins of learning : the senses -- The senses : sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch -- The sense of balance : the vestibular system -- The sense of intuition : proprioception -- The origins of independence : the motor tools -- Power : beyond gross motor skills -- Coordination : the midlines, body rhythm, and temporal awareness -- Control : beyond fine motor skills -- Language : the bridge to formal learning -- Verbal and physical language -- Music and movement -- Directionality : the road to symbolic language -- A learning child -- Kinetic development : a balancing act -- Creating a kinetic classroom -- The zone of uncertainty : managing safety -- Put it in play -- The balance of play -- Moving and learning play -- Big moves and big ideas -- Quiet concentration -- Effective playmating -- Smart steps -- Introducing smart steps -- The activities : smart steps at play