Let's Get to Work (Grades 4-6)

From Move to Learn · 2015

Let's Get to Work (Grades 4-6)
5 min4th5th6thPhysical EducationBrain Breaks
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Summary

A physical-exercise break for older grades. The coach combines locomotor, non-locomotor, and manipulative moves into a routine that gets the whole class working and reinforces the benefits of physical activity.

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All ages

Standard follow-along movement -- give kids space to move and let them go at their own pace. No equipment needed.

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Teaching resources

Discussion questions

Move and talk

  1. Which part of the routine challenged your balance or coordination the most?
  2. How does regular movement help both your body and your focus?
  3. What is one way you could add more movement to your day?

Quick work-a-long

Try it: Run it a second time and see if you can keep good form the whole way through. Notice your breathing speed up as you work.