Kids walk while listening to fun, standards-aligned educational podcasts!
Students return from walks in better moods, more focused, and more likely to engage in post-walk discussions! In addition to the obvious health benefits of walking, educators frequently report that their students are more engaged and motivated in the classroom. 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. Listening to these educational podcasts for kids are often the highlight of a student’s day.
Great for physically distanced in-class learning, remote learning at home, or hybrid learning environments.
Used as designed, the program naturally allows for physical distancing between students as they walk—both at school and at home.
So how does The Walking Classroom work?
Students each need either our new mobile app or a preloaded “WalkKit” audio device with our custom-written, entertaining, and educational podcasts for kids on science, language arts, and history.
Students go for a brisk 20-minute walk while listening to the podcasts.›› Listen to a sample podcast on The Boston Massacre
›› Listen to more sample podcasts
Afterwards, 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