Movement during the school day
Learning through movement is a way to integrate more physical activity into the school day. It combines movement with lesson content such as mathematics, language, science or technology.
Learning through movement can take place both inside and outside the classroom, creating even more space and opportunities for activities.
Movement is healthy and fun
Sufficient physical activity is important for healthy development, but for children, (more) movement during the school day is primarily fun. In addition, movement promotes social-emotional development and engagement in the lesson.
Balance between movement and learning task
Learning through movement can be implemented in all kinds of ways and at various locations. It is important that the activities strike a good balance between the complexity of the movement and the complexity of the learning task.
Routine, support and examples are important for teachers
To implement learning through movement effectively, planning and routine are very important for teachers. Support from school leadership and colleagues, as well as good examples for inspiration, can help.
Read the full answers in the information sheet ‘Learning through movement: questions & answers’.