Article Link: http://exchangepress.com/article/kids-gotta-move-adapting-movement-experiences-for-children-with-differing-abilities/5009737/
Birds gotta sing, fish gotta swim, and kids gotta MOVE AND TOUCH. Moving and touching are how children first learn about the world. Feeling the sun and grass on their skin, throwing and catching balls, stretching their arms to the ceiling, climbing jungle gyms, and running in great circles are examples of ways that children gain the important information they require to function well. Nature's plan is for young children to absorb sensory knowledge through their skin, muscles, and joints as a foundation for more complex learning.Typical children move and touch easily. Children with differing abilities, however, often avoid gross motor experiences, although they need them most.
Various reasons may cause this avoidance. Conditions like cerebral palsy or spina bifida may prevent them from moving easily. Subtle problems with motor coordination may make them clumsy. A poor sense of balance may make them feel tipsy. An inability to interpret sounds, sights, touch sensations, or other people's rapid motions may cause them to withdraw from movement experiences.
How can we help children with differences join in the fun and gain the movement experiences they need?
_ We can observe them to discover their strengths and learning styles.
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