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Student Engagement Improves with The Walking Classroom

Students return from walks in better moods, more focused, and more likely to engage in post-walk discussions!

Educators frequently report that they see better student engagement and that students are motivated to learn in the classroom after walking, listening, and learning with a Walking Classroom podcast. Physical activity not only helps kids stay healthy and strong, but it can also contribute to higher test scores, improved attendance, better behavior in class, better engagement and motivation, and a lifetime of healthy habits.

Great for building student engagement while physically distanced in class, learning remotely at home, or in hybrid learning environments.

Used as designed, the program naturally allows for physical distancing between students as they walk—both at school and at home.

“The program is great! Students REALLY took to it immediately, and student engagement was way up. Thank you!” — Robert Amses, teacher, CA

So how does The Walking Classroom help build student engagement?

Walking Classroom mobile app improves student engagementWalkKit audio player improves student engagement1Students each need either our new mobile app or a preloaded “WalkKit” audio device with custom-written, entertaining, and educational podcasts on science, language arts, and history.
better student engagementStudents go for a brisk 20-minute walk while listening to the podcasts.
›› Listen to a sample podcast on The Boston Massacre

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Teacher's GuideAfterwards, lesson plans and quizzes help educators lead discussions to synthesize and solidify learning.
›› Download the Boston Massacre Lesson Plan

But does it work?

Yes! Follow the links below to learn more.

  • Read the results of a research study by researchers at UNC-CH that confirms the impact of walking on learning
  • Read about the science behind The Walking Classroom
  • Read success stories from some of our Walking Classroom adopters
  • Read student comments about The Walking Classroom
  • Check out our most recent year-end survey results

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