5. #3: Active kids do better in school
Physical activity activates the brain & helps you
to focus and concentrate more.
Brain while sitting Brain after 20 minute walk
*During exercise blood volume to the brain more than doubles
creating major benefits for the learner!
6. #2: Walking and biking makes people happy!
Walking let’s us
connect with friends
and it reduces stress.
8. Upcoming Walk-Bike Events
Note: Students under 10 should walk/bike with an adult. Older youth
should walk with a buddy and not alone.
• Walk and Roll Fridays will be from April 25th
through June 6th
. If you walk or bike to school
make sure to put your name on a shoe or a
bike at the front of the school to put your
name in a drawing for prizes.
9. Encourage Walking/Biking in Your
Neighborhood
• Start a Walking School Bus or Bike Train
• Park 0.5 mile out and walk with your parent
• If you live too far away, encourage your family to walk and
bike the short trips around your home to the store, library,
and parks.
10. Encourage Walking/Biking in Your
Neighborhood
• Start a Walking School Bus or Bike Train
• Park 0.5 mile out and walk with your parent
• If you live too far away, encourage your family to walk and
bike the short trips around your home to the store, library,
and parks.
Editor's Notes
As the video mentioned, our brains are more activated, when we are active
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ck-tQt0S0Os
A simple picture that speaks volumes! Why does my 3rd grader get a note home the night before standardized tests reminding us (parents) to:
-get a good night sleep
-eat a healthy breakfast (w/protein)
-drink water & send a water bottle in with your child
-wear comfy clothes as kids will be engaging in a 10 minute walk prior to the test
-chew gum
Are we only concerned about best practices for learning on test days????
