Not only was TWC used for educational purposes, but also for Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), mindfulness time and a much needed mask break.
ESL Students Walk, Listen, and Learn!
I teach English as a Second Language to middle school students and want to share about my ESL students and their first walk with The Walking Classroom. We prepared by investigating how aerobic exercise impacts our… Read More
TWC Supports English Language Learners
The Walking Classroom is a great addition to my classroom, and I wanted to share a technique I use that supports my English Language Development students. Podcast . . . Take 2 When I notice that… Read More
TWC Holds Students’ Attention!
Our school is a Title I school with many families in need, and we have a diverse population. We have The Walking Classroom scheduled for twice a week, but our students ask for it almost every… Read More
Struggling Reading Students Score with TWC!
I am a reading coach at a small school in northeast Florida. Our fourth and fifth grade students were struggling with reading, especially in the areas of vocabulary and comprehension. Since I plan the lessons for… Read More
TWC has Changed Teaching!
The Walking Classroom has changed teaching in my eyes forever. My students’ excitement about walking, listening, and learning is mind-blowing! Even better, after walking, they are equally excited to turn and share with a partner about what they… Read More
Walk This Way: Assessing Comprehension
This post is part of our Walk This Way series, designed to share The Walking Classroom experiences of teachers and students across the United States. This post provides a glimpse into Kathie Yonemura’s class. Click here to… Read More
Improve Your Students’ Listening Skills with TWC!
There are many benefits to implementing The Walking Classroom. One is that students have an opportunity to learn outdoors! Of course, this rare opportunity to enjoy the fresh air and nature around them can also be… Read More
Listen Up — Improving Your Students’ Listening Skills!
One of the many benefits of The Walking Classroom is that students have an opportunity to learn outdoors. Of course, this can mean that the rare chance to be outside enjoying the fresh air and nature… Read More