Benefits of Physically Active Learning (PAL)

Active parents and teachers serve as role models, promoting physical activity and a healthier lifestyle to their children. Take your lessons outside and not only will you be setting a good example and reaping the benefits of physical activity for yourself, you will also be improving the children's academic performance; the proven benefit of linking academic learning to physical activity.  There are no excuses for not taking learning outside!

Make your lessons physical!

There is a growing body of evidence that proves that Physically Active Learning (PAL), which integrates movement with the delivery of academic content, can improve a child’s retention of knowledge and memory and, as a result, enhance their academic performance.

Check out this 12 minute YouTube video from Bryn Mawr School and read this article to find out more about the results of PAL

There are other resources to get you started with incorporating PAL lessons into your school day at this link https://www.yhlearning.co.uk/courses/physically-active-learning

Take it outside!

Take your Physically Active Learning lessons outside, and you can reap the additional benefits of spending time in sunshine, for everyone:

• Improved sleep and reduced stress

• Strengthened immune system

• Fight off depression

• Strengthened bones

• Live longer?

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