Educators using TWC also cite other benefits related to students’ well-being, including improved health literacy and healthy habits.
Out-of-School Time Ideas: Maximize the Benefits
Implementing The Walking Classroom in an afterschool or other out-of-school time setting is a little different than rolling the program out in a classroom setting! Read on for some strategies (and a few extra tips!) we’ve… Read More
Social Distancing? TWC to the Rescue!
This year teaching face to face with social distancing, The Walking Classroom was even more appropriate! The kids loved getting outside and looked forward to ALL of the podcasts! We were all very grateful for a… Read More
Out-of-School Time Ideas: Strategies for Success
Implementing The Walking Classroom in an afterschool or other out-of-school time setting is a little different than rolling the program out in a classroom setting! Read on for some strategies (and a few extra tips!) we’ve… 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
Strategies for Happy Trails in Out-of-School Time
Implementing The Walking Classroom in an afterschool or other out-of-school time setting is a little different than rolling the program out in a classroom setting! Read on for some strategies (and a few extra tips!) we’ve… Read More
Sort by Subject Area and Beyond!
As you start the school year, take some time to peruse those podcast lists. No matter which Walking Classroom program you possess (Program 4, Program 5, STEM, or the Complete Program), a simple scan of the… Read More
Connecting Podcasts with Class Topics!
As a sixth grader teacher, I teach social studies and science to three different groups of students (70 students total). My students and I feel so fortunate to be able to participate in The Walking Classroom! They… Read More
Engage Minds and Bodies!
When I found out that our school was going to be adding extra recesses this year as a part of a special pilot program, honestly I was a bit scared. While I agree that exercise and… Read More
There’s Power in Movement!
There’s power in movement and we know that kids simply need to move. The Walking Classroom provides the opportunity for students to move while connecting directly to and engaging in the content areas. Our students have… Read More