Why physical activity in schools helps children thrive

Teachers' Voices by BOLD and Nina Alonso

Apr 15, 202427:02Education

What types of physical activity benefit students? Can bringing movement and play into different academic classes help children learn? How can spaces and classes for movement be inclusive? Nina first meets Fotini Vasilopo...

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