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My classroom is a special needs classroom. I teach a variety of children with different diagnoses, disabilities, and academic levels. My students struggle with daily living skills as well as social skills. Many do not have access outside of school to the supplies that are needed to maximize their quality of life. By maximizing their strength and agility, they are able to move more independently and develop self-confidence. Regular use of a trampoline helps to strengthen bones, develop muscle tone, and improves balance and kinesthetic responsiveness. When they’re bouncing, children develop balance and how to position their body to do certain movements. Young children develop large motor skills while learning how to do basic bounce maneuvers. Developing muscle mass and strengthening bone density helps children who have physical limitations. Bouncing increases a child’s ability to integrate their movements into coordinated, full-body motions and increases their spatial awareness. Adapted Swings provide extra support for students who have limited mobility, limited body control, and ensures proper positioning and ample upper body support. The swing enables children with special needs to enjoy swinging while helping improve body strength, balance reactions, motor planning, and posture. My students are constantly seeking somewhere to go for a much-needed break for sensory output. These students need a safe and calming area that they can have their needs met.

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My classroom is a special needs classroom. I teach a variety of children with different diagnoses, disabilities, and academic levels. My students struggle with daily living skills as well as social skills. Many do not have access outside of school to the supplies that are needed to maximize their quality of life. By maximizing their strength and agility, they are able to move more independently and develop self-confidence. Regular use of a trampoline helps to strengthen bones, develop muscle tone, and improves balance and kinesthetic responsiveness. When they’re bouncing, children develop balance and how to position their body to do certain movements. Young children develop large motor skills while learning how to do basic bounce maneuvers. Developing muscle mass and strengthening bone density helps children who have physical limitations. Bouncing increases a child’s ability to integrate their movements into coordinated, full-body motions and increases their spatial awareness. Adapted Swings provide extra support for students who have limited mobility, limited body control, and ensures proper positioning and ample upper body support. The swing enables children with special needs to enjoy swinging while helping improve body strength, balance reactions, motor planning, and posture. My students are constantly seeking somewhere to go for a much-needed break for sensory output. These students need a safe and calming area that they can have their needs met.

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