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When we read or study we are not always sitting down at a desk in one position for a long period of time. We might go sit on the couch or go outside to enjoy the fresh air, or lie down on some pillows. My goal is to provide students with that choice of flexible seating. Flexible seating allows students to take charge of their learning and make choices that work best for them. During independent work times students decide for themselves locations in the classroom that work best for them and help them focus. This might mean moving to a shelf in the classroom while they stand, laying down on the carpet with a clipboard, or finding a quiet corner to sit. I have noticed amazing differences in my students behavior when they choose where to work. They are more engaged, and get more work completed than when they are just sitting at their desks. The products that I have selected will help my students by giving them additional seating options to make more effective learning choices. The wobble stools and balance ball will allow students to get their wiggles out while also helping them concentrate on their classwork. A small change for these students can go a long way. The comfy floor seats will also allow for additional comfortable floor seating options. They are light enough and can be easily used all throughout the classroom. I have seen a positive effect to choice seating in the classroom. By supporting students' individual learning styles we are helping to create more confident students and a stronger classroom community.

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When we read or study we are not always sitting down at a desk in one position for a long period of time. We might go sit on the couch or go outside to enjoy the fresh air, or lie down on some pillows. My goal is to provide students with that choice of flexible seating. Flexible seating allows students to take charge of their learning and make choices that work best for them. During independent work times students decide for themselves locations in the classroom that work best for them and help them focus. This might mean moving to a shelf in the classroom while they stand, laying down on the carpet with a clipboard, or finding a quiet corner to sit. I have noticed amazing differences in my students behavior when they choose where to work. They are more engaged, and get more work completed than when they are just sitting at their desks. The products that I have selected will help my students by giving them additional seating options to make more effective learning choices. The wobble stools and balance ball will allow students to get their wiggles out while also helping them concentrate on their classwork. A small change for these students can go a long way. The comfy floor seats will also allow for additional comfortable floor seating options. They are light enough and can be easily used all throughout the classroom. I have seen a positive effect to choice seating in the classroom. By supporting students' individual learning styles we are helping to create more confident students and a stronger classroom community.

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