Walking into any first grade classroom across the country and you will see wiggly, bouncy kids. This year, my students wiggle and bounce too. However, the first graders in my room sit on stability balls. I have noticed increased concentration and an improvement in student work. Not to mention, perching on a stability ball also promotes good posture, strengthens abdominal muscles and improves circulation, balance and coordination.
The Rules
Only small bounces
The Rules
Only small bounces
keep your bottom or knees on the ball
Tuck your ball in when you get up
What happens if the rules are forgotten?
Warning
Lose the ball for the period
Lose the ball for the day
Choice
Choice is important. Sometimes students ask to sit on a chair. They may just need a
break from the posture required to sit on a stability ball.
Students were introduced to the stability balls a few
months into the school year.
Below is a link to a USA Today article about another classroom with stability balls.
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