The program will discuss ideas on how to incorporate physical movement and gross motor skills into daily routines to assist children's awareness and understanding of their bodies, and will includes ideas for music, movement, and activities. By incorporating these principles daily, students show increased self-control, concentration, and social development. These initiatives are designed to be used in conjunction with a pre-planned physical education program.
This session will demonstrate how to create a safe space for students to communicate, resolve conflicts and help students acquire skills to communicate effectively in a structured setting. Having children sit down face-to-face and teaching conflict resolution skills in a formal manner helps students use the same skills in a less structured social setting. The center features guidelines, character education literature and visual solutions. Initially created for preschool but able to be tailored to any grade, the 'Talk It Out Center' would be a valuable addition to any classroom to teach respect and the importance of conflict resolution in a healthy safe environment.
