Discussion

by: Ana Jackson, 1st Bilingual
posted on: 02/15/12

My students love this time of the day!!

by: Mrs. Zepeda, Teacher - K/1st Bilingual
posted on: 02/10/12

Hi everybody. I am a Bilingual Kindergarten/1st Grade teacher at Bastian Elementary. I just want to share with all of you, full of enthusiasm, that my students are always looking forward to do the Activity Works. (Me too – I have no time in my life at this point to exercise, and the Activity Works has help me a bit, I think ? as well as it has made my body ache lol)

by: F. NATIVIDAD, Computer Lab Teacher, Houston, TX
posted on: 02/07/12

Here's a movie trailer of my class doing "Activity Works". http://vimeo.com/36229739

by: Sonia Steiner, 1st Grade Teacher
posted on: 02/04/12

My students love the program already. It has only been three days and they want to exercise on the weekend, too. I love the music, beat, and positive children in the videos. I find the children much calmer and relaxed physically and mentally. It works for me too!!!! Thanks!

by: Ms. Tankersley, 2nd Grade Teacher
posted on: 02/03/12

This is great!!! This gets my kids ready and excited to work. Activity Works is Awesome

by: beth spangler, Teacher
posted on: 02/03/12

I have noticed that after the students do the 10 minute workout they are able to focus better on their classwork. They seem calmer and more relaxed.

by: dennis welsh, teacher
posted on: 02/02/12

this has been great my children look forward to it each and every day keeps my classroom upbeat and focused

by: Antonella Acierno, First Grade Teacher, New York City, NY
posted on: 01/03/12

Some of the wonderful things I have noticed since implementing Activity Works are that students' physical stamina have increased, where as in the beginning some students would tire quickly, students are able to focus better on their class work after the exercises, silly or disruptive behavior fizzled down after students exerted their energy during the exercises, students learned some content specific vocabulary introduced in the segments (e.g. Colonial America, The Human Body), and of course students seemed happier and confident during the Activity Works lessons. Overall, its a wonderful program that integrates physical, emotional, and academic success!

by: Jodi Anderson, Second Grade Teacher, Atlantic City, NJ
posted on: 01/03/12

I have noticed that the children seem more alert and engaged during lessons that occur after the exercise time since the implementation of Activity Works. The exercises are fun and stimulating. My students have been able to take the information they acquired from Activity Works and apply it to other subject areas, and point out when we read about something that they have already learned through Activity Works.

by: Debra Griner, First Grade Teacher, New York City, NY
posted on: 01/03/12

I like to use the program right after lunch as the weather has kept the children from outdoor recess. I love the learning component! It really helps to focus the activity and create a shared learning experience. After a “Trip to the Museum” or a walking tour of the United States, the children are ready to get to work!

by: Lennette Battista, Physical Educator, New York City, NY
posted on: 01/03/12

Activity Works is helpful in waking up the students and getting a boost of energy either early in the morning or toward the end of the day when kids tend to reach a lull. I have a self contained special education class that does not do well with transition so I hold PE in the classroom and alternate between audio and video. It works very well with them and has helped improve their auditory skills.