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Research has repeatedly shown that flexible and/or active seating options increase student attention and engagement, two critical factors in academic success. Middle school students are not small versions of adults. Their bodies require movement in 10-15 minute intervals. Often in a traditional classroom, opportunities for movement are limited. I strive to provide an active classroom for my students in a variety of ways including station learning, frequent group re-organization, and standing to speak. These wobble chairs give students an additional way to build movement in to the classroom without being disruptive to other students. In addition to the increased classroom engagement, these chairs offer students a chance to build core and leg strength, much as standing desks do for adults. This is a small way in which I can also help combat the overall lack of physical activity that is becoming increasingly common in this age group.

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Research has repeatedly shown that flexible and/or active seating options increase student attention and engagement, two critical factors in academic success. Middle school students are not small versions of adults. Their bodies require movement in 10-15 minute intervals. Often in a traditional classroom, opportunities for movement are limited. I strive to provide an active classroom for my students in a variety of ways including station learning, frequent group re-organization, and standing to speak. These wobble chairs give students an additional way to build movement in to the classroom without being disruptive to other students. In addition to the increased classroom engagement, these chairs offer students a chance to build core and leg strength, much as standing desks do for adults. This is a small way in which I can also help combat the overall lack of physical activity that is becoming increasingly common in this age group.

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