Overview

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

Full Product Details

Author:   Gill Connell ,  Cheryl McCarthy
Publisher:   Teacher Created Materials, Inc
Imprint:   Free Spirit Publishing Inc.,U.S.
Edition:   First Edition, Book with Digital Content
Dimensions:   Width: 18.40cm , Height: 1.70cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   0.771kg
ISBN:  

9781575424354

ISBN 10:   1575424355
Pages:   336
Publication Date:   13 November 2013
Recommended Age:   From 0 to 9 years
Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  Children / Juvenile
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

List of Figures List of Reproducible Forms Foreword by Marcia Gentry Introduction Chapter 1: Giftedness Defined in Diverse Groups Definition of Gifts and Talents Identifying Giftedness Across Cultural, Linguistic, and Socioeconomic Communities Twice-Exceptional Learners: Gifted Students with Learning or Behavior Challenges Chapter Summary Chapter 2: Using Brain Research to Improve Differentiation Brain Research and Giftedness Putting the Research to Practice Chapter Summary Chapter 3: The Common Core State Standards and Gifted Education How Common Core State Standards Affect Gifted Students Responding to the Common Core Considerations in Reframing Curriculum for Gifted Students Chapter Summary Chapter 4: Defensible Programs and Services General Characteristics of Gifted Elementary Students General Characteristics of Gifted Secondary Students Gifted Programming Models Effective Grouping Practices within Gifted Program Options Chapter Summary Chapter 5: Creating Authentic Honors Courses Articulation: Clearly Defining the Rigors of an Honors Course Differentiating an Honors Course Alignment: Effective Practices in Student Selection Accountability: Continuous Review for Continuous Improvement Chapter Summary Chapter 6: Changing Roles for Educators of Gifted Students Defining the Role of the Teacher Teacher as Mindset Shifter Teacher as Knowledge Guide Chapter Summary Chapter 7: Co-Teaching: A Collaborative Approach to Differentiation The Roles of Classroom Teacher and Gifted Specialist Co-Teaching Strategies for Addressing Learning Differences Co-Planning Lessons for Gifted Learners Chapter Summary Chapter 8: Understanding and Reversing Underachievement Defining Underachievement Factors That Influence Academic Achievement Potential Risks for Underachievement Reversing Underachievement Chapter Summary Chapter 9: Assessment and the Gifted Learner Types of Assessment Integrating Assessment into Instruction Using Assessment with Gifted Students Assessment That Builds Autonomy Chapter Summary Chapter 10: Leadership Gifted Education Specialist: Administrator or Teacher Leader? Embedding Differentiation for Gifted Learners into Classroom Practice Instructional Coaching Lesson Study Chapter Summary Chapter 11: Next Steps References and Resources Index About the Authors

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This valuable research demonstrates that the way children learn best is through interaction and movement . . . [<i>A Moving Child Is a Learning Child</i>] 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

Gill Connell and Cheryl McCarthy, two highly respected leaders in their fields, have produced a timely book that makes a significant contribution to our understanding of why movement is so vital in young children's development and learning. This exceptionally informative book will appeal to and be highly useful for parents/caregivers and anyone who works with or has infants, toddlers, and young children. --Cheryl Greenfield, M.Ed. (Hons), Manukau Institute of Technology in Auckland, New Zealand

"""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"

Gill Connell and Cheryl McCarthy, two highly respected leaders in their fields, have produced a timely book that makes a significant contribution to our understanding of why movement is so vital in young children s development and learning. This exceptionally informative book will appeal to and be highly useful for parents/caregivers and anyone who works with or has infants, toddlers, and young children. Cheryl Greenfield, M.Ed. (Hons), Manukau Institute of Technology in Auckland, New Zealand

Author Information

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 thirty years in preschool and primary education. She is the former national director of Gymbaroo Preschool Activity Centers and the founder of Moving Smart, Ltd., which offers resources, tools, trainings, and workshops. She coauthored the book Moving to Learn: An Essential Guide for All Parents, Carers and Educators, A Moving Child is a Learning Child: How the Body Teaches the Brain to Think, and Move, Play, Learn with Smart Steps: Sequenced Activities to Build the Body and the Brain. 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 thirty-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.

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