MISSOULA, Mont. - Reading, writing and arithmetic now include rocking out. "Scientifically, we can see that movement primes the brain for learning. So we do know that when students are moving and more ...

In today’s rapid-paced learning environment, where tasks and assignments pile up continually and information seems to flow ceaselessly, having moments of reflection for students to recharge, or “brain ...

Physical activity has known benefits for people and their overall health, including brain health, disease prevention and increased life expectancy for many. Exercise breaks also can help student ...

A new space at Kirtland Elementary School provides kids with an opportunity to take a break from the classroom and get their blood pumping during the school day. The Abriana Camino Wellness Room ...

Lapses in attention are common for adults, and the longer we are supposed to be "on-task," the more likely we are to be mind wandering (or sleeping) in class or during a meeting. Source: Stokkete / ...

Parents in DeKalb County are advocating for longer recess times for their children, expressing frustration at some schools reducing recess to the 15-minute minimum. During a school board meeting in ...