Help kids understand that movement can be used as a strategy to motivate themselves and manage the many feelings, emotions, and moods they have each day.
This activity will help kids understand that movement can be used as a strategy to motivate themselves and manage the many feelings, emotions, and moods they have each day.
Q: Did you know laughing uses your face and abdominal (stomach) muscles and also increases your heart rate?
A: In fact, laughing 100 times per day is equal to riding an exercise bike for 15 minutes!
When you don't want to move, think of ways to encourage yourself. Use self-talk to remind yourself that moving boosts your energy, is fun, and is great for both body and brain, then...
As an example of a fun way to move, we are going to play a game similar to Duck, Duck Goose.
Q: What makes moving easier to do?
A: Finding fun ways to move (e.g., play a game, exercise, play outside, take a walk, dance, etc.).
Talk yourself into moving each day. Make moving fun!
Instead of playing a game on the computer or tablet decide to move! Think of a way you can move and make it fun!
Time: 5 Minutes
Use this unit to teach students to recognize their feelings and emotions and learn to manage their moods.
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See UnitKids will learn how to define move, how to move, and how to make plans for movement in their daily lives.
See UnitKids will learn how to motivate their mood by exploring ways to change their thinking.
See UnitLearn what a fit-check is and how this tool can help kids make healthy choices. Kids will also learn how to be mindful about their choices.
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