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A Moving Child Is a Learning Child

How the Body Teaches the Brain to Think (Birth to Age 7)

Gill Connell Cheryl McCarthy

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English
Free Spirit Publishing Inc.,U.S.
13 November 2013
In order to learn, kids’ need to move! Grounded in best practices and current research, this hands-on resource connects the dots that link brain activity, movement, and early learning. The expert authors unveil the Kinetic Scale: a visual map of the active learning needs of infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and primary graders that fits each child’s individual timetable.

 Teachers, parents, and caregivers will find a wealth of information, actionable tips, and games they can use to support children’s healthy development—all presented in a lively, full-color format with demonstrative diagrams and photos. A final section offers easy-to-implement activities geared to the Kinetic Scale.

Downloadable digital content includes printable charts, games, and activities from the book plus a PowerPoint presentation for professional development, parent handouts, and bonus activities. An ideal tool for coaches, mentors, and trainers.

Introducing the Kinetic Scale

unique framework encompassing all the elements of movement: reflexes, sensory tools (sight, hearing, smell, taste, touch, balance, and intuition), motor tools (power, coordination, and control), and language based on six stages of movement development from birth to age 7: snugglers, squigglers, stompers, scampers, scooters, and skedaddlers designed to foster a balanced diet of physical activity that helps each child move, grow, and learn on the child’s individual timetable
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Imprint:   Free Spirit Publishing Inc.,U.S.
Country of Publication:   United States
Dimensions:   Height: 235mm,  Width: 184mm,  Spine: 17mm
Weight:   771g
ISBN:   9781575424354
ISBN 10:   1575424355
Series:   Free Spirit Professional®
Pages:   324
Publication Date:  
Recommended Age:   From 0 to 9 years
Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  English as a second language
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Gill Connell is a globally recognized presenter and child development authority, specializing in the foundations of learning through movement and play. She provides developmental expertise to parents, preschools, schools, and companies such as Hasbro, Inc., based on her more than 30 years in preschool and primary education. She is the former national director of Gymbaroo Preschool Activity Centers and the founder of Moving Smart, Ltd. (movingsmart.co.nz), which offers resources, tools, trainings, and workshops. She coauthored the book Moving to Learn: An Essential Guide for All Parents, Carers and Educators. Gill lives in Christchurch, New Zealand, and travels regularly to the United States. Cheryl McCarthy is a former vice president of intellectual property development for Hasbro, Inc. She is a 30-year veteran of the world of children's play, specializing in young children's storytelling and entertainment. As executive producer, she managed the creative development of properties such as My Little Pony, Candy Land, Mr. Potato Head, and many other beloved children's icons. She is currently the creative director at Moving Smart, Ltd. Cheryl lives in Attleboro, Massachusetts.

Reviews for A Moving Child Is a Learning Child: How the Body Teaches the Brain to Think (Birth to Age 7)

"""This valuable research demonstrates that the way children learn best is through interaction and movement . . . [A Moving Child Is a Learning Child] helps adults understand why children don't sit still, run, jump, skip and fidget . . . and why it is so critically important to their brain development and learning!""--Deborah McNelis, acclaimed author of The Brain Development Series and founder of Brain Insights"


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