Discussion: ​Activity Level * Module 2 Page 16 (7/13)

Discussion: Activity Level * Module 2 Page 16 (7/13)

6/4/2016

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1) List one way to adapt your classroom for a child with a high activity level?

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Uma Maheswari

9/11/2018 03:01:08 pm

Children with high activity levels should be given plenty of outside activity time and could learn better from playing games in large open space. Creating interactive learning experience will help high-activity children in your care.

Shania Kensinger

9/17/2018 06:27:12 pm

I agree with this statement, I think high activity leveled children should be taken outside or played with a lot because if not, they get restless and start to get into things or fight with other kids because they are bored. I think doing art projects even for toddlers is helpful. They love to explore so painting to drawing catches their interest

Cassidy

9/17/2018 08:10:45 pm

I totally agree

Charlotte

9/11/2018 10:25:31 pm

Playing soft music and offering a real time outdoor for recess are great ways to support children with a high activity level.

Sheila Priscilla

9/11/2018 10:27:12 pm

I would engage them in a more active activity along with the other kids such as creating games that makes all the kids excited instead of just making the high activity level kids to be the only one that is excited. I would create a breather to calm down the children and asking them what they've learned from the educational games I created for them.

Tiffany

9/12/2018 11:20:20 am

providing space in the classroom will help a child with high activity levels.

Mya Edwards

9/12/2018 02:07:33 pm

Providing an abundance of toys and activities to stimulate them

Keren Williams

9/12/2018 03:55:45 pm

Get them outdoors. Inside, care should be taken to observe when they are becoming bored. They can be steered to a new activity until the time when they can go outside.

maryan gelle

9/12/2018 05:24:37 pm

Some of the ways I would adapt my classroom for a child with high activity level would be by providing some active games for the child to play. I would also provide some time outdoors in a safe environment where the child can enjoy and run about safely. I would also have in class things for the child to climb safely but also provide and fun and interesting books the child would enjoy reading.

Jack S

9/13/2018 10:53:19 am

One of the ways i would adapt my classroom for a child with high activity level would to incorporate specific energy-spending activities such as a dance party or riding trikes outside (depending on the child's age level, possibly incorporate a outside game for the class to follow such as people to people or duck-duck-goose with an energy spending twist).

Madlena

9/13/2018 01:00:57 pm

To adapt my classroom for a child with a high activity level i would try as much physical activity as possible. Outdoor games is good to get there energy out.

Melanie McNAghten

9/13/2018 01:01:30 pm

These children thrive on movement and games so I would make sure that I have plenty of activities for this type of child for example: memory game, puzzles, maybe a globe that they can play and explore with, etc...

Nirmala Sam

9/13/2018 08:30:17 pm

A highly active child would engage in several physical activities and may not be focused or engaged in one activity alone. Providing multiple avenues for exploration such as action play, dancing, group activities etc, depending upon the child's age appropriate development should be kept in mind while modifying the child's environment. Safety should be kept foremost at this time as the child may not have acquired an understanding of harmful or unsafe situations.

Uma Maheswari

9/13/2018 11:48:54 pm

One way that I adapt my classroom for children with a high activity level is by having a lot of activities for them to participate in. Lots of sensory bins to keep their mind active.
Outdoor play with some guidance to stimulate the child. Indoor activity that requires interaction

PRASHANTHI KURVADI SURESH

9/14/2018 12:15:07 am

One way to adapt my classroom for a child with a high activity level is to play music for him/her to dance to. Other ideas include asking him/her to help with tasks such as putting away mats or cleaning up. I could also set up a safe space for him/her to jump, or sing songs with body movements, or provide a tearing and crumpling activity.

Shruti King

9/14/2018 12:29:40 am

Having a lot of creative activities and space big enough for the children to play and run around

taylor rohm

9/14/2018 10:02:10 am

Make sure things are pressed close to the wall and that nothing can fall over. No sharp corners and all hazards must be kept up high

Stephanie Wooten

9/14/2018 04:45:55 pm

Providing safe spaces for them to exercise their gross motor skills so that they cannot harm themselves, others, or the classroom environment. Variety here is helpful; we provide a climber with stairs and a slide, and place beside it a small inflatable disc for jumping, and a balancing block that tilts from side to side. Having this variety and intentional placement structures and guides the ways in which children with high activity levels can express themselves in the classroom environment.

Katelyn Hazzard

9/14/2018 06:26:53 pm

A large space that is safe for them to run around where they can be imaginative while getting in their exercise. Possibly a place where they can build things

Damla

9/14/2018 11:11:02 pm

plenty of physcial activity, outside time, games, dancing, running etc.

Woo-Jung Ra

9/15/2018 07:36:57 am

I would plan some body movements activities such as dancing, jumping, bouncing and so on. Also, I would take my children to nature trail and let them run around and explore the nature.

Zanna

9/15/2018 12:04:37 pm

Children with high activity levels thrive on movement activities or games. Take the child on outdoor adventures. Incorporate large movement within the classroom like washing the tables, windows, or moving chairs to sweep the floor. Dance and sing songs with movement.

Madison

9/15/2018 01:05:12 pm

A good way to adapt the classroom to a child with a high activity level is to make sure that there is enough room for free outside play. It is also very smart to have hands on activities that keep the children moving and engaged.

Ramin

9/16/2018 09:25:06 am

You may have individual children with other interests or skills outside the age range
of the group
You may have children with special needs who require modifications to the activities in order to do certain activities"

Taylor

9/16/2018 09:34:49 am

To adapt for a child with high energy you can have more outside time and more opportunity for in-class activities that include moving around such as dancing.

Amber

9/16/2018 01:29:28 pm

I would make sure to have a lot of movement based activities or modify programs to include movement. When there are activities that the child is finding it hard to sit still through, maybe let them take a walking break in an area that is not distracting to the other children, but is also supervised.

shae

9/16/2018 02:37:42 pm

make sure they get plenty of time to run and play outside, be aware that sometimes they may need to schedule a break from quiet activities and maybe dance or sing a song

Sarah Harrison

9/16/2018 04:53:09 pm

A child with a high activity level needs to be stimulated or they may begin displaying challenging behaviors due to boredom or frustration with their environment. I would ensure that my classroom had many activities for the child to occupy themselves with and I would be cognizant of what activities the child particularly likes. I would then try to build upon these activities with supplementary materials so as to further engage the child in a preferred activity, but I would also be sure to introduce them to new things and encourage them to try a range of activities.

sasha Bains

9/16/2018 08:13:47 pm

one way is put a lot of safe foam blocks and safe foam toys so that the child can move them around and fall on them without them getting hurt.

Ana Hedenstrom

9/17/2018 08:46:11 am

I would make sure there is plenty of opportunity for physical activity at different points throughout the day, making sure those spaces are safe for the children with low activity level. This will ensure that neither type of child will be too disturbed.

Debora Meloy

9/17/2018 03:16:12 pm

Give them some physical activity such as: outside play, music and dance, or exercise prior to classroom activities, where they need to be calmer and paying attention.

Shril D. Sampson

9/17/2018 04:26:15 pm

This child needs to be stimulated.... I would set up the class room to challenge their mings... balance beams, puzzles that encourage...

Jennie Gabel

9/17/2018 05:18:58 pm

Giving a child plenty of opportunity to play on a safe playground outdoors with plenty of space to run. Also, providing a wide variety of stimulating toys and activities for the child with high active level can help keep the child interested.

Yarely Contreras

9/17/2018 08:28:04 pm

I would adapt my classroom for a child with a high activity level by incorporating physical activities such as group games, outdoor play, and interactive games.

Hope McClure

9/17/2018 09:16:46 pm

I would adapt my classroom by anticipating the needs of the child with a lot of redirection. When i notice they might be getting rowdy, id always have activities to suit their needs readily available. Space to dance, or a space to do an activity by themselves or one on one

noelly

9/17/2018 09:34:58 pm

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Chelsea

9/18/2018 01:01:22 pm

One way we accommodate active children is to provide them with toys or space that they can creatively release energy. For example, a "Busy Box" with art activities, or a space where they can dance to music.

Destiny Valdes

9/18/2018 04:33:40 pm

Children with high activity levels need plenty of space to run and play. A lot of outdoor play time if it's nice outside and plenty of games and activities inside.

Anupa

9/18/2018 05:42:37 pm

Children with high activity level should be given a lot of creative games to play with and lots of space. Also before working on things that require lots of concentration, it will help to teach them some breathing exercises or meditation.

Rachel Wilson

9/18/2018 06:34:43 pm

Children with high activity level need plenty of outside and exercise time, and space to use their motor skills indoor as well.

Robert Robinson

9/18/2018 08:53:16 pm

Leaving space for them to get up an move around if they need to that won't distract other students

Katie Ness

9/18/2018 10:25:21 pm

I would create a gross motor 'area' with things like a climber, or jumping circle or balance board etc (materials appropriate for specific age level) that the child can use when they have lots of energy. Redirect them to this area if they are causing issues in the classroom (like running around or climbing on tables).

Niharika dixit

9/19/2018 12:46:32 am

Best way to engage them is with creative games and activities like Flash cards ,educational puzzles ,word search etc. These activities make the children involve and divert their energy.

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