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Flexible seating has been researched and proven to help students take charge of of their own learning . The classroom is a lot different now from what most of us grew up with. After whole group lessons, students work independently while the teacher works with small groups and individuals to meet each child's learning needs. During independent work times they choose a location in the classroom that works for them. Typically, my students are choosing to work in a variety of locations in our room such as: at different tables, sitting under tables with clip boards, or sitting or laying on the floor with a clip board. Making sure students are comfortable is an essential component in motivating them. I have noticed amazing differences in my students when they are given a choice in their seating. More often than not, they make good choices about where they sit, are more engaged, and get more work completed than when they are just sitting at their desk. My students are noticeably more engaged in their work and less disruptive of their peers when they are given a choice of where to work. Yoga balls and stools are easily moved around the room and can be used at counters, desks, and my guided math table. Bean bag chairs and adjustable chairs are comfy places that students LOVE to work at. Cushions, bath mats, and lap tables can be transported around the room easily. Finally, elastic bands are used for fidgety students. Students can bounce their foot or leg quietly and get those fidgets out. I have seen how choice can positively affect my students work and demeanor and hope that the additional options will help us grow even more! Thank you for your donation and helping give my students the best classroom possible.

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Flexible seating has been researched and proven to help students take charge of of their own learning . The classroom is a lot different now from what most of us grew up with. After whole group lessons, students work independently while the teacher works with small groups and individuals to meet each child's learning needs. During independent work times they choose a location in the classroom that works for them. Typically, my students are choosing to work in a variety of locations in our room such as: at different tables, sitting under tables with clip boards, or sitting or laying on the floor with a clip board. Making sure students are comfortable is an essential component in motivating them. I have noticed amazing differences in my students when they are given a choice in their seating. More often than not, they make good choices about where they sit, are more engaged, and get more work completed than when they are just sitting at their desk. My students are noticeably more engaged in their work and less disruptive of their peers when they are given a choice of where to work. Yoga balls and stools are easily moved around the room and can be used at counters, desks, and my guided math table. Bean bag chairs and adjustable chairs are comfy places that students LOVE to work at. Cushions, bath mats, and lap tables can be transported around the room easily. Finally, elastic bands are used for fidgety students. Students can bounce their foot or leg quietly and get those fidgets out. I have seen how choice can positively affect my students work and demeanor and hope that the additional options will help us grow even more! Thank you for your donation and helping give my students the best classroom possible.

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