Discussion: ​Activity Level * Module 3 Page 2 (3/9) School-Age CCB

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Discussion: Activity Level * Module 3 Page 2 (3/9) School-Age CCB

9/7/2016

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List one way to adapt your school-age program for a child with a high activity level.

196 Comments

Rosy

1/30/2017 12:32:30 pm

Providing multiple opportunities for active play and learning would be a good and easy adaptation to make. I would probably start with some outdoor play time after arrival time and then some active indoor games in between low activity periods.

Megavarsha Subramani

4/8/2018 05:48:32 pm

I think that indoor and outdoor activities are needed to get in motor skills, social skills, engagement, etc.

Megan McCardle

5/9/2018 08:20:08 pm

I totally agree that having both inside and outside activities along with different energy levels for children is very important. My after school program does this and it works very well for every child.

Josephine Hoyne

3/3/2017 02:06:11 pm

It is important to give that child time to be active and run around as well as not forcing them to remain quiet and inactive all day. Try to limit the amount of time they spent cooped up. Shorten the length of class meetings so they aren't forced to sit still too long. Offer ample outdoor and gym time to run around. Limit the length of quiet free choice, homework, etc. and try not to plan multiple quiet or calm activities next to each other.

C.J.Sessler

4/19/2018 06:37:08 am

A child care provider needs to recognize that the high energy child may need a few extra minutes to help run off some excess energy if weather permitting even if it is a bit cold or hot for the care provider let them outdoors to run it off if you cant get out doors have games or exercise time scheduled indoors we sometimes have to adapt when we have been couped up for a long period at a time and if not all children are interested encourage them to join or give them something more for them to do outdoors such as chalk or allow them to sit and read while others do their thing

Nikki Samano

3/16/2017 04:17:57 pm

I work with toddlers so I think giving that child an alternative activity to do when it is time to sit to do table top. Many times, I will let the child stand while he does his table top, or he likes to tidy up the classroom.

Thomas Rodgers

3/20/2017 10:21:24 am

We could provide an open space and music to allow children with high activity levels to play active games such as freeze dance.

Supraja

3/22/2017 07:04:57 pm

Providing any mind development activity is most important for day care providers.
I prefer to give challenging activity like outdoors games basket ball goals , soccer, tennis ,gardening in their own styles ,indoor games like painting real life objects, solving puzzles , building block, Legos etc...

Esperanza Serrano

3/26/2017 09:03:45 am

I can provide several different activities to do open space for physical activity music for movement and just lots of a variety of options for that child.

Marina Lowe link

3/29/2017 09:20:13 pm

It is important for each child to have the space to run off energy. Working in after school care is especially a time when kids need to work off the energy that they had throughout the day because high-level children need to run steam off before they can be productive again.

Elizabeth Williams

3/30/2017 11:57:55 pm

We can adapt our program for children with high activity levels by scheduling time outside or in the gym and by modifying quieter, lower energy activities to include movement or a variety of activities they can switch between.

Brittney

3/31/2017 05:47:44 pm

I like you idea of adding more outside time. When the weather starts to get nicer I will defiantly have to do this!

Brittney

3/31/2017 05:43:59 pm

One way to adapt my program to better suite a child with a high-activity level is to sing songs that involve hand or body motions especially during times the kids are waiting in line or sitting for extended periods of time. Another way to adapt the program would be to do a active activity before a quite one this way they can get some energy out. For example you could do a quick group game or some group exercise first before sitting down for circle.

Jadyn

4/1/2017 01:59:44 pm

Increasing outdoor time, and high-activity level games will create a positive experience. It would be helpful to intermix high activity/low activity times. For example: outdoors, craft, active group game, reading time rather than reading and craft right in a row.

Drew Schwarzer

4/1/2017 08:49:23 pm

By offering children with high activity levels more options and activities to do, it helps them stay on task and not cause a distraction for any of the other children.

Jake Barrow

4/4/2017 08:11:22 pm

It's important for kids with high energy levels to be able to run around and get that energy out. One way to adapt the program is to have outside activity time as soon as possible after the program starts and to plan games that involve lots of running, jumping, etc.

Nicole Mckeon

4/26/2017 01:31:43 pm

Provide opportunities for environment change and high energy activities.

kailey reeves

5/2/2017 05:41:53 pm

I don't yet work in a center, but I would say that providing plenty of time and open space for the child would be best. Allow the child or children who are more high intensity, adequate time to run and play outside. Maybe do a fun dance activity or have a "P.E./Gym" time, even, for the child or children to work off some energy.

kayla kautzman

5/6/2017 01:44:40 pm

One way i can adapt is to ensure we are outside and that child knows they can just be active. Also if i notice they need an activity puting them in charge to help walk the class, lead a game of twister, allow a fidget toy will encourage postive reinforcement that i know they cant always sit still.

Sarah Ochoa

5/9/2017 01:20:52 pm

One way to have the program adapt to the child's temperament would be to allow more time for playing outdoor games. I believe that children who tend to have more energy prefer to release their energy outside where there is abundant space for them to play.

Eric Beswick

5/10/2017 05:55:18 pm

Allowing that child plenty of outdoor time and also activities indoors that release energy without having to run around and such. Like Nikki suggested, maybe have them stand at the table when coloring or doing table work instead of sit.

Jessica Vazquez

5/13/2017 03:04:51 pm

A way to adapt my school-age program to a child with a high activity level is to make sure that the kids are never in one spot for too long. For example, during homework time we can allow for them to stretch and get up every 10 to 15 minutes.

aldin vojnikovic

5/25/2017 11:55:38 am

Establishing more time for activities that would work their motor skills would be an extremely effect way to address a child with a high activity level.

Maddy Linder

5/31/2017 09:05:34 pm

At my program we follow the open centers philosophy. I think giving a child lots of different options, and letting them be able to switch activities whenever they want helps a lot. With this way of doing things kids are allowed to work at their own pace. The whole group won't be held back by one kid, and it lets them all feel accomplished even if their final product is different from some of their peers.

Laura

6/6/2017 10:08:58 am

Since I am highly active myself, I encourage students to stretch and move while doing artwork, writing and other activities that are usually done sitting down. If a child needs to do their homework lying down or while seated on a ball, they can. Also I use shaking out the wiggles and action music while moving from one location to another.

Alejandra

6/8/2017 11:35:38 am

Giving the child a chance to be in active play and be outside and play with others and do homework at one point of the day at child care is a good challenge to be calm also aswell

Matthew

6/8/2017 12:46:10 pm

I work with students who have a variety of temperament levels. What is important is to provide a space where high-energy and lower-energy children can co-exist. This means providing a large area, usually a gym or going outside, that allows each type to interact with their environment and have a satisfying time.

Marie Turner

6/13/2017 10:40:26 pm

Whatever the segment within the schedule make sure the active and inactive portions are sequenced so that the periods where the childs willpower isn't overly strained. When available allow for an active alternative to the scheduled activity.

Morgan Braun

6/15/2017 04:02:04 pm

One way could be to offer an optional activity that may be more active, to allow them to choose. The program may also provide an area where activities can be done freely no matter the temperament style. Being outside or in a large gym, like at my program, allows the child the opportunity and space to express his or her high activity level.

Takia Mcintosh

12/4/2017 08:43:02 pm

I was not sure if I could not if I should push the issue about letting more active kids be more active and the more reserve kids have more a lone time. This article made me more confident about pushing to implement flexibility.

Joan

6/16/2017 11:19:16 am

Give children a spacious room or more time for outside-time. Also various kinds of activities where even the low-activity children can play. An example of an activity where low-activity children can play is (rock, paper, scissor) Stand Alone, (from a video from Leisure Information Network). I believe this activity involves high and low activity because children can run around to find new opponents (high-activity) and those who won, stays in one spot raising one's arm (low-activity).

Deidra Dudney

6/18/2017 08:16:49 pm

All children have a variety of activity levels. To adapt to the needs of those with high activity, I do my best to give opportunities to expend energy. Within daily rotations, we are sure to include outside play and group games that get the children on their feet. During other activities like quiet reading time, I allow the children to stand or move, so they do not become too restless.

Taylor Colson

6/25/2017 02:47:53 am

One way to adapt our school age program to a child with a higher activity level would be to incorporate physical activities not only in a large group spurt at the beginning of program, but also in short intervals throughout the course of the program before leaving for the day. Short games between activities that require more quiet time focus could be better received if it wasn't blocked out in such large time frames. Another ideas to have the child with a higher activity level b be the special helper for the day. specific activities or crafts. activities that require the staff to leave the group to gather materials could be fixed by sending a active child to get the materials.This both gives them an opportunity to get up and move around while also practicing acting as a responsible leader.

Sarah Perreault

6/25/2017 03:25:25 pm

To adapt to children with higher activity levels, the program should include more games that involve physical things, such as running, jumping, and other things. The important thing to do is make sure that they child is releasing enough energy to make sure that they can focus on the other things you will be doing in your program. If they are not allowed a physical outlet, it is likely they will not be able to focus on whatever activity you have planned instead.

janey sumner

6/27/2017 02:27:28 pm

one way to adapt it is by having a alternate activity for that child to do that is a active one while the other children are doing a quite activity or have them do it standing up to help let the wiggles out limit how much time they have to be still helps a lot too sometimes having something they can do while they have to be still helps like playdoh while watching a movie is a good example

mary tapia

6/27/2017 11:07:53 pm

A way our program can adapt to a child with high activity level needs is to give him/her time and space to be active, also multiple opportunities such as games, songs, that require body movements.

Lisa Merz-Busman

7/4/2017 11:03:39 am

I would modify my routine schedule. While the other children take a longer block of time to work on homework, I would allow a more active child to take a break to do an activity then come back to the homework afterwards. This way they are still finishing the task but also taking into account their individual needs.

Asher Delaney-Hanna

7/5/2017 06:04:28 pm

One way to adapt my program for a child with a high activity level would be to provide options & opportunities for larger, movement-based activities (physical, tag, or other games; time on the playground, etc) early on and frequently throughout the day.

Matteo B

7/6/2017 02:54:03 pm

it is important to provide this child with ample time to safely and constructively run off their energy. Such activities as guided outside play time would be beneficial to this child.

Bailey Burghed

7/11/2017 04:37:07 pm

Students with higher activity levels appreciate free play time outside and in the gym. I like the incorporation of Rock, Paper, Scissor, Stand Alone mentioned above, because it allows students to use brain and body energy in a positive social setting.

Lindsay Pilon

7/16/2017 04:01:46 pm

Have outdoor play or a group game each day before having an activity that is more mellow and less active.

Kerin Ludwig

7/23/2017 08:47:04 pm

We have a few students who are very active so we provide special seating when we have circle time so it is easier for them to stay engaged with what is being said. We also have a small trampoline in the corner of our classroom that we allow students to use individually for five minutes if they have excess energy (if it's not yet time for the group to go outdoors).

Heather Lindsay

8/7/2017 03:57:31 pm

We can start the program off by playing a high energy game before going into snacks. After any sit down activity such as homework, provide a fun active game. For those who are high activity give them the option to stand at a tall table while finishing their homework.

Katrina Moss

8/8/2017 09:23:09 am

A way to adapt your school-age program for a child with a high activity level is to reduce the amount of tabletop activities and include more free play or more physical activities. Being able to roam in and out of themed areas or rooms meets the needs of a child with a high activity level.The program that I work in has an art room, game/block room, and a large indoor gym type space as well as a few other rooms which the children enjoy moving freely through. Having sports and physically active games in the indoor gym/rec area caters to those who have a high activity level and don't want to do table top activities for the duration of the daily program.

Kalie

8/8/2017 10:33:59 pm

Allow children with high activity levels to have designated times to be outside or have an area an area inside where the children are able to play games. Don't expect children with high activity levels to sit in one spot and focus on one thing for a long time.

Maura McKole

8/12/2017 01:08:36 am

One way to adapt a school-age program for a child with high activity level is to include time outdoors in the daily schedule. This can be free, unstructured time to play or it can involve a group activity with children moving and exercising. In harsh weather, move the children to an open space in doors and offer a variety of toys, game, and material that incorporate physical movement.

Mary

8/19/2017 12:03:48 pm

One way to adapt a program is to allow children that are highly active to be physical when indoors. Create a space indoor that is for indoor physical play. Have clear rules and boundaries for indoor play so that the play remains safe but allow kids to run, throw, jump with soft balls or scarfs so they can choose to be active while inside.

Aimee Barfuss

8/24/2017 05:13:43 pm

Children with high activity levels should be provided with lots of opportunities for physical activities whether indoor or outdoor. Some of these activities could be structured, such as a group game. Other activities could be less structured, such as a throwing a ball around, running, or swinging. Allowing children time to be active at the beginning of the day could help increase their ability to focus, and allowing them time to be active at the end of the day could help them release pent up energy and prevent problem behaviors.

Katherine Pratschner

8/24/2017 08:24:51 pm

A routine could be very helpful for a child with a high activity level because they know what is expected of them. This way they know when they will have time to get their energy out. During free time, a gym option and a classroom option could be given if possible so children with different activity levels can find somewhere they feel comfortable.

Robert Smith

8/25/2017 04:15:01 pm

Give the children with higher activity levels a task like handing out supplies for each activity. Allowing them to walk around and take surveys of other students about their current activity. Allow these students opportunities to walk around and help to encourage other students with the chosen project or activity.

Mikaela Ramirez

8/29/2017 12:48:02 pm

During free time, we have two options if we can stay in ratio. A group of children can stay in the classroom and do activities in there and another group can go into the gym and do free play there. I would also trust a high activity child with more complex tasks or a list of tasks and options to do after completing a main task.

Naomi Schapiro

8/29/2017 12:48:42 pm

For a kid with a high activity level, it is important to start them off with some free running around time to get some of that energy out. I would have the kids go outside as soon as they get there cause they were most likely just sitting in class and have even extra energy.

Eric Patrick

8/29/2017 10:38:54 pm

A child with a high activity level will need to expend energy. Adapting the program to include an activity that requires movement will allow a child to burn off the energy that he/she was unable to burn at school and assist the child to transition into an activity that requires less movement, like homework.

Pat

9/2/2017 03:29:49 pm

One way to adapt your school-age program for a child with a high activity level would be to provide activities that have a high level of moving around, such as tag, and to also provide exercise intense games.

Yvonne

9/3/2017 10:09:57 am

One way to adapt your school-age program for a child with a high activity level is to incorporate activities that are more physical.

Daniel Getchell

9/13/2017 09:17:23 am

I would add more varied activities as well, not just more physical ones.

Paul Sweeney

9/4/2017 11:26:39 am

I agree with a lot of posts on this thread as it is something I currently do at my site with children who have a high level of activity. There needs to be an outside option for not only them but for all the students and the activity played should be high intensity in order for them to get their energy out. Even if it's not an outside option there should be place or time set aside for high intensity games for all the children that have energy either before or after school.

Megan Cope

9/5/2017 04:26:44 pm

In my classroom we strive to have a balance of inactivity and activity. I like to sandwich them, so if I plan to have a lesson where the students need to sit for more than 10 mins I like to plan a jump around activity like freeze dancing or controlled exercises like jumping jacks (my kids actually like them). I also like to remind my students that they don't necessarily have to participate, sometimes you don't need to dance your crazies out and that is fine.

Karen

9/7/2017 01:00:06 pm

I think a frequent change of environment is key in dealing with high energy level students. We often have those children help at each center during clean up time, we try give them the more physically demanding "jobs" in the classroom and spent more time outdoors, even in drizzly weather! All our students are our "big helpers" in someway and embracing the energy levels is key in maintaining a productive classroom.

Samantha Wilmot

9/11/2017 09:52:48 am

Variety and a place and time for physical activity are helpful when accommodating for a children with high energy. They often need to have a task to be engaged with in order to focus their energy. This means that having new activities is important so there is more mental energy being used.

Allyssa Coburn

9/12/2017 08:12:28 pm

One thing that we always do is go outside for a good 30-40 minutes. The kids get to run around and play with friends, while there are also the quieter ones who we allow to take their books outside and read if they prefer. Running is always fun and energizing for kids with high-activity levels. Another great one, is giving kids the freedom (preferably in the gym, or an enclosed area) to run and scream, so they can get all those energy bugs out!

Daniel Getchell

9/13/2017 09:14:14 am

A child with an high activity level commonly requires consistent activities to keep their attention or a juxtaposition in activity types. So I would ensure that there are easy and organized transitions so the student can flow into the next activity with ease.

madison churchill

9/13/2017 10:34:05 am

High activity kids do best with open spaces, sometimes music, or very fast paced and engaging games.

jay

9/15/2017 04:09:13 pm

by having multiple alternative activities, these kids can stay focused through out the day and not be a distraction to others.

Ramsey Jester

9/18/2017 09:56:05 pm

Involve music in more activities. Allow high activity level children the opportunity to tap a foot, bob a head, or even dance throughout the day.

nia

9/20/2017 01:16:12 pm

For students with high activity level we can have more hands on activities than can and will keep them busy. We can do things like more arts and crafts and if they are done quickly they can then help others

Anna Crow

9/21/2017 05:12:56 pm

Try giving several activity options that vary in how active they are. Make sure that the high-active game or activity takes place outside whenever possible. Do not be too strict on keeping the high-active group focused on the game; if necessary, simply allow free time outside to play.

Carrington Nevard

9/25/2017 08:35:10 pm

It is important to let children with high activity levels the chance to run around and play games, or stand when doing table top activities so they can still move around a little bit.

ryan edson

9/26/2017 07:27:41 pm

When doing a vocal activity such as singing it is good to attach hand or body motions to the lyrics for children with high activity levels.

Katelynn Scott

9/27/2017 07:19:56 pm

I allow my high energy kids to help me with tasks in our program.
Such as sweeping, handing out paper, carrying the first aid kit outside etc etc. This allows them to be moving a little more than their peers who aren't as high energy.

Christina Betz

10/2/2017 10:04:04 am

A way to adapt the program for a child with a high activity level is to provide a variety of more challenging hands on activities to keep them focused and busy. I would also suggest making more time for independent play, So the child can use their energy to learn and problem solve more freely.

Kaitlyn

10/7/2017 01:50:14 pm

It is important for a child with high energy level to have space to express that energy, because if they are constantly having to contain that energy it can come out in violent or aggressive bursts. Taking a child outside or giving them activties where they can also be active are good ways to help accommidate their high energy levels.

Katie McKeown

10/8/2017 07:56:38 pm

give the children time outside or in the gym

Dan Schweitzer

10/12/2017 10:13:36 am

When dealing with a very active child i always like to give them as much time as possible to run around. I also like to provide them with other options for activities when we are doing less active things like drawing or reading so they always have an outlet for when they are feeling super energetic

Virginia McAlister

10/14/2017 05:41:09 pm

The child may need extra "body breaks", going outside to run in between lessons or seated periods.

Tara

10/17/2017 10:05:05 am

Giving a high energy child outside free time as soon as possible is a good way to let them process their long day at school, and prepare for after school activities.

Ganame

10/18/2017 01:30:51 pm

I would get a lot of activities that included running around and getting that extra energy out. maybe while other kids are sitting during an art activity let them stand and be up on their feet

Madeleine

10/28/2017 07:58:09 am

Incorporate more high energy physical activities that don't involve sitting still or quiet fine motor activities. Things that require movement

Regan Hale

10/28/2017 09:06:09 pm

One way to adapt your school-age program for a child with high activity level is to let that child have enough space to release some of their energy. Maybe when they first arrive, you can get them involved with something where they will have to exert a lot of energy, and then have them do something a little more inactive to balance it all out.

Gabriella Lopez

10/31/2017 01:25:21 am

A child with a high activity level will require learning sessions with frequent breaks. Their learning activities should be more hands on activities to hold their interest and concentration.

Daisy Abrio

11/1/2017 02:01:37 pm

One way to adapt our school-age program for a child with a high activity level is to add an activity that the child (that you will help to decide and make it seem that the child decided on the idea) will enjoy and at the same time learn from it and maybe even play it on their own time because the they enjoyed it very much.

kaitlyn

11/1/2017 07:21:31 pm

express more outside time, activities involve movement instead of sitting down.

Diane

11/2/2017 09:01:39 am

Do not force a high-activity child to sit still for long. Go out an run around at recess daily as soon as snack time is over to release pent-up energy from the school day. Offer a variety of large motor skill activities and allow child to switch activities that suit their needs better. We have a large number of high-energy kids who would be miserable and labeled as naughty if we didn't encourage movement.

Denise Spears

11/3/2017 07:56:38 pm

One way to adapt a program to include activities for a child that needs high activity is to have extra high activity options that the child can engage in when needed while other students may be engaged in other less active tasks, The extra activities may also be set up so that pairs or small groups of students could be engaged to ensure a smooth transition for all students.

Sarah Wood

11/8/2017 07:46:50 pm

We can offer children an alternative. If we are having quiet time, we make gym time available for the high energy children and others.
If we are having homework time we can allow the children to stand and do their homework instead of sitting. If children do not have homework they can help with setting up the next activity or with clean up.

Trish Frazier

11/12/2017 10:30:55 am

List one way to adapt your school-age program for a child with a high activity level.

I would allow more outdoor or physical activity for this kiddo. As well as having more parts to an activity such as puzzles with more pieces or brighter pieces

Esmeralda Jimenez Zenteno

11/12/2017 05:11:43 pm

Ensuring all the kids get more time outside will lower their high activity levels. When taking them outside to the playground, all the children have a choice of intensity they would like to use while playing. They can choose high intensity games or lower intensity games. Therefore, once everyone goes back inside - all the children are ready to participate in activities.

Carolee Edwards

11/13/2017 10:03:39 am

Children who have high activity levels need to be challenged and stimulated throughout the day or they become restless, which can lead to behavior problems. Activities which challenge them physically or keep them moving help them focus when they are asked to perform a task which requires less physical activity. Breaks, games, recess, playground time or other physical activities should be implemented throughout a program schedule in order to allow each child an opportunity for physical activity.

Deborah

11/23/2017 10:51:15 am

Children with high activity levels may need more physical activities incorporated into the daily routine: more opportunities for movement like dance, transition time games that allow for movement, brain breaks, etc. Recess is a must!

Hannah

11/24/2017 10:40:26 am

Provide an ample amount of opportunities and resources for the child to occupy themselves with that interest them. Have multiple games, activities, and trips outside or to the gym that can engage the child and their high activity.

Annie

11/25/2017 06:04:29 pm

One way to adapt my school-age program for a child with a high activity levels to accommodate more for the after school program. I feel like a lot of theses children have had to have structured activities and school work throughout the day, that it is extremely important to let these children have some kind of outside activities for them to do to get all of that pint up energy out for them. Have a few games set up outside (or gym if the weather doesn't permit) to give them that time to do what they want and need to do. I feel like they will be more reactive to the other activities that you have planned throughout the rest of the evening until their parents come to pick them up if you accommodate their needs.

iea

11/27/2017 02:10:55 pm

One way is to shorten the length of direct instruction time and include activities that require movement like games.

Jayna Loy

12/3/2017 02:00:19 pm

Provide large muscle movement activities and plenty of transition warnings and time to relax throughout the day.

Kiera

12/3/2017 02:22:43 pm

One way I could adapt my program for children with higher energy levels is to provide transitional and concluding activities. Right now our program doesn't provide the children with anything to do while they are lined up or are switching activities, which creates some tension with some of the higher energy children who get bored waiting and therefore begin to cause trouble with the other children. If I introduced a quiet transitional game while we were washing up for breakfast, or a concluding game when we are heading to the gym in the morning we might experience less of that rowdiness.

Elizabeth

12/9/2017 07:31:06 pm

At our center to accommodate for children with high and low activity levels we offer either indoor or outdoor play at roughly the same time. when our kiddos get here after school we have snack time and then once snack is over they may play inside or outside all the way until 5pm. So for 2 hours they have the choice to be inside or outside and they can go in and out continuously through out the time. This i believe is a good idea for the kids because then then can do something with high activity, low activity level, or a combination of both.

Austin

12/11/2017 02:13:11 pm

It is crucial to create settings which allow this student to both make use of this high activity, but also learn to behave in structured settings to ensure well-rounded development. At the child care center I work at, we allow choices for indoor or outdoor activities.

Cheyenne Montgomery

12/12/2017 03:08:42 pm

I loved the transition activities shown in module 2; I think that keeping children engaged physically and mentally is important when trying to keep order with active children. The more waiting and boring down time, the more likely kids are to get into trouble. Keep them engaged.

Bryn Knapp

12/13/2017 07:19:20 pm

When your program has children with high activity levels, you must offer games or activities that are high in activity or energy level while also offering low activity options for kids who don't share that temperament.

Brittney

12/18/2017 01:09:39 pm

For children with high activity levels, to accommodate them is to understand them as well. Keeping their mind busy, and interested, as well as letting the energy out in appropriate ways. If that means playing group games while the low energy kids have the downtime that they need.

Miranda Bossert

12/18/2017 07:09:45 pm

One way to adapt a program for a child with a high activity level is including hands on activities. For example a science principal that can be explained with a physical activity or an art project that takes place outdoors with more room to move. Having areas where they are able to control their own experiences such as a sensory table or block area can encourage a child with high activity to participate.

Erik Lane

12/22/2017 10:52:14 am

It is important to keep their minds busy, and to keep them active. Having a lot of energy is not a bad thing by any means, it is just important to channel that energy properly.

Jessica

12/26/2017 01:48:15 pm

A way to adapt for a child with a high activity level is instead of just having one activity for all children, you can have a multiple selection that branches out to the differences the children may have. Like having coloring at the tables, board games on the floor, and outside games.

Ashley

12/26/2017 04:23:43 pm

One way to to make sure they are if it is time to line up they are either at the beginning or end of the line. If it is the end they need games they can play while they are waiting.
another way is during centers always have a center open that requires movement, whether its free gym or dancing, music etc.

Chandrayee Bhattacharyya

12/26/2017 04:57:49 pm

OffRearrangren ing the layout of the classroom, especially in regards to clasering alternative seating arrangements is a great way to support children with higher activity level. Depending on the needs of the individual child, can have them sit near teacher or a peer buddy, in a quiet area of the classroom, or provide an alternative seating option (such as a K'Motion Stools) that will help them focus in class.

Limiting visual clutter on walls can help reduce distractions for children

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Charles

12/26/2017 06:00:45 pm

One way to change the program to better accommodate children with high activity levels is to ensure that your program area has places set up for physical activity, and to plan activities that allow for high energy levels.

Cassidy

12/26/2017 06:09:38 pm

To adapt your program for high energy children it is a good idea to have plenty of opportunities for the child to move around. Whether this be outside or gym group games or exciting hands on activities, these will best accommodate the energy of the child. Incorporate important low intensity lessons such as reading and writing with things that are a bit more physical.

cassie smith

12/26/2017 06:23:17 pm

in order to adapt for high energy children you need to give plenty of opportunities for free movement. outside time or gym time is essential to a kid that has high energy. They are more likely to be able to focus at more mentally straining parts of the day if they have had the opportunity to burn off some energy running around and playing with friends.

Ryder Fouts

12/27/2017 11:52:16 am

In order to adapt to a high-activity level child, you could include more time devoted to high movement games and possibly include a center that involves high movement.

Margaret

12/27/2017 07:29:10 pm

Allow for more space and activities to vent out energy. Keep the kids engaged through low and high energy activities throughout the day, allow for multiple activity options such as coloring/reading at the same time as more active activities (like what was seen in Module 2) in separate parts of the program space.

Barry link

12/28/2017 02:56:25 pm

I would create a larger space for activities and also set the child up at a table with less distractions during homework time.

Payton Stringer

12/28/2017 06:04:46 pm

Some ways to handle a high activity level child is to have separate activities for them so when they are causing a problem they can go and cool down with an activity. Other ideas are taking a group outside so they can calm down or relax.

Riley Burks

12/29/2017 01:44:16 pm

By including outdoor time would be beneficial because it would allow that student to run around and get out lots of energy

Doug

12/29/2017 05:13:02 pm

Allowing children with high activity levels to get out some energy through activities that require high activity levels such as: tag games or even just outside time on a playground

Caprielle Jarvi

12/30/2017 03:29:56 pm

children with high activity levels do best with re-direction and plenty of stimulation. Insuring lots of structure throughout the day can make an immense amount of difference

Tessa Nobles

12/30/2017 05:38:06 pm

In an activity that might be considered sedentary, like a word association game, rather than simply sitting and taking turns, each person could stand and throw a ball when they came up with a word. By mixing academic and physical activities it can fulfill children's needs to move while simultaneously enriching their minds.

Tenaya Chelly

12/31/2017 07:30:18 am

A child with high activity levels will do better with having something to keep their brain busy and lots of physical activity, like being outside playing, running around.

Also redirecting the energy to be as productive as possible

Arriana Cinocco

12/31/2017 12:19:04 pm

Often-times, on days with all-day care over breaks and holidays, the program I work at follows a pretty consistent schedule. However, depending on the mix of children on that given day, I've frequently had to modify the schedule in order to meet the needs of highly active students. For example, instead of having the end of the day option be a craft activity, I allow the option to be a high-energy group game instead.

Sarah Perreault

12/31/2017 02:28:35 pm

For a child with a high activity level, the most important thing we can do is to watch them and make sure that when they are feeling overwhelmed because they have too much energy and cannot focus, that we have an outlet for them to get that energy out in. Whether that is taking them outside for a few minutes and having them run a lap around the field or doing 25 jumping jacks. But we need to be watching for those signs and be ready to help when we see them rather than getting annoyed when they cannot focus.

Katelyn Bomgardner

1/3/2018 03:44:12 pm

When it is time to transition to a new, slower paced activity, instead of just instantly switching, have all students to an activity that is active, but more calm. That way they have an activity that is less intense, but helps them prepare for the more sedentary activity.

Natalie

1/3/2018 06:32:36 pm

Create activités that are physical where kids with high energy can use their energy. Make the activity appropriate and safe. Create an activity that interests them and gets them engaged so they don't get distracted

Edward

1/4/2018 02:32:51 am

A good way to allow a child with a high activity level to be comfortable during a more sedate program is to allow the child to move about the classroom and find their own workspace rather than demanding they stay in a defined seat. Even simply allowing them to stand and work at a counter or sprawled out on the floor and to move around and assist others with supplies when they have free moments can make a high-activity-level child much more comfortable during classroom activities. Any reasonable requests they have about how to physically position themselves should be heard out to give kids some ownership in pursuing their own strategies.

Rekha

1/5/2018 02:14:20 pm

high activity child first of all need a very individualistic approach. we can have a customized study approach and a general approach for that child. The teacher should give more free space to that child and value that child's opinion more on what activity he or she likes to do. a lot of outdoor activity should be encouraged for such a child if possible.

Hailey

1/7/2018 01:55:07 pm

One way to adapt our school-age program for a child with a high activity level is to first give the child play time to get some out the energy out. Also keep the child busy with activities that he/she enjoys. After active play the child should have an activity they can enjoy.

Christina Sosa

1/7/2018 09:13:22 pm

Q. List one way to adapt your school-age program for a child with a high activity level.

A. For example, there might be an older child (10 or 11) who has a lot of high energy. However, since they are older, they have more homework than the younger kids and they would rather play games or do group activities rather than completing their homework. The child does not focus well with other people in the room doing homework. To adapt the program, the staff can accommodate by allowing the student to play the activities for twenty minutes or until after the other children have finished their homework. After that, the staff member sends for the older student to work on their homework one-on-one.

Anna Crow

1/8/2018 11:11:39 am

Where I work, we sometimes have the kids sit and listen to a lesson or presentation, which can be difficult for the kids with high activity levels. We have a large rug in the back of the room and when we notice a child who is having trouble sitting still, we allow them to go to the rug area so that they have extra space to move around without bothering the other kids.

Lyndsie

1/8/2018 02:14:37 pm

One way to adapt for a high-activity child is to ask the student to check in with their body before entering a classroom or during activity if they appear hyper active. If a child is feeling ungrounded, you can ask the child if they want to run around or do a lap and return back to the classroom.

Jennifer Reger Marron

1/13/2018 08:28:27 pm

I have a kid in my program with a very high energy level and I know that he needs certain things to help keep him busy during down times. For meeting time I get out play doh for him to work with and during quiet times I have coloring sheets of things that interest him printed out, so that he can put his energy into those instead of running around the room.

Brandy Tieskoetter

1/16/2018 07:06:20 pm

I would offer a variety of activities including space and time for music, movement, high energy games, and out door time. Also, breaking the days still or quiet activities with plenty opportunities for movement

Kasey

1/18/2018 07:14:58 pm

We allow a lot of time outdoors so kids with high activity levels can take full advantage of that and hopefully burn some energy before we return indoors.

Alex Alexander

1/18/2018 10:08:05 pm

I can run an activity in an open space for the children such as group games like musical chairs or dance till you drop

Tahiera Dickison

1/24/2018 12:30:58 pm

You could incorporate learning activities with active activities such as a math game with race answers. ( have a bored in the distance with equations, assign teams stand in line, everyone is to be kept quiet, one member at a time from each team runs to the bored to answer the equation, beans for aid will be set up)
OR you could play music during class time, it helps keep the highly active child's brain active while not being physically active, it sets as a distraction from my experience.

Priya link

1/24/2018 01:07:55 pm

Our’s is an after school program. In our program we make sure that highly active kids gets plenty of outdoor time as soon as they arrive from school. That way they can burn off some energy after a long day at school.

Jerusha Parsons

1/24/2018 04:37:05 pm

In my classroom we try to incorporate both hight and low energy level activities so that all kids can benefit. For kids with high activity level we have dance time on the carpet, playing music on the CD player. Additionally, our high activity kids like to play on the playground during outdoor time, running and playing on the play equipment.

Kevin Wiese

1/24/2018 08:52:51 pm

I can provide more activities that children with high activity levels would enjoy. For example, If I am planning an activity that is low intensity, I can provide alternate activities that involve movement.

Thomas Bosc

1/26/2018 11:34:39 am

Time spent outside (or in the gym) with a variety of free choice activities. At our program, we have time for exercise scheduled near the beginning and end of each day. This allows our children with high activity levels to expend lots of energy.

Ellen

1/26/2018 12:18:30 pm

The program can have scheduled activities as well as time set aside for free play. There are also movments that can be incoorperated with learning different things including music/ memorization/ math/ sciences. This way, a highly active child can adjust and continue to learn in different ways!

Olivia Swanson

1/27/2018 12:47:22 pm

Having different levels of difficulty or intensity within a game is an option. A child with a high-activity level may want to play expert soccer as opposed to intermediate or beginner.

Elijah Jordan

1/29/2018 03:10:24 am

Denise link

1/29/2018 10:52:43 pm

Children with High-Activity levels need to have opportunities to be able to release their energy to allow them to focus and control themselves when inside a classroom environment. One way inner program that we try to facilitate our children with high-activity ;levels is making sure that after snack we take our children outside for at least 30 mins of outdoor free time. As well I have noticed that our children of all activity levels enjoy hands on crafts that allow them to express themselves while using an artistic medium.

Jose Alvarado

1/31/2018 12:09:53 am

Have either two or three different types of activities going for the children to join, if they want a more intense activity maybe a physical activity.

Sarah E Arpin

1/31/2018 10:24:18 am

A way to adapt the school-age program for a child with a high-activity level would be to increase the amount of outdoor or gymnasium activity, or to provide a space with different activity options, one of which would allow respectable movement in an appropriate fashion, not requiring the child to sit still for extended periods of time.

Ashley Tufford

1/31/2018 02:12:05 pm

We have actually already done this at my site, but our especially high energy kindergartener also loves to help, so in addition to ample exercise during playtime, she also helps out by passing out things like plates, prepackaged snacks, craft supplies, and such.

Simon Coseboom

1/31/2018 07:07:22 pm

Giving children snack as soon as possible after they arrive, then giving them outside active play time to be free and allow an active alternative if the main planned activity would not meet the child's specific interests.

Twila Coonans

2/1/2018 09:53:22 am

I work at the Boys and Girls Club here in town. In the past we were faced with this exact dilemma - we had children who have very active and high energy personalities but are stuck indoors due to poor weather and sport practices causing a high number of additional adults and children to come into the building.

I suggested that we schedule time in the gym for our "childcare kids" as their fist activity upon arrival. My directors liked the idea and now the kids are able to come to the club and just run, and run, and chase, and toss, and play active games for 45 minutes before anything else.

natalie

2/4/2018 02:36:37 pm

having activies for that child to engage in

Rebekah

2/17/2018 11:54:29 am

My program has multiple high activity children and to help them we try to have at least a half hour of physical activity as soon as possible after they arrive from school. My coworkers and I find that this method helps with all of the children who have spent the last few hours sitting in a classroom.

Christopher

2/17/2018 07:49:06 pm

In addition to ensuring dedicated times for physical activities, I also try to figure out ways to make what otherwise may be more slow moving activities use larger motions or at least in different parts of the classroom to give them a chance to move around.

Elizabeth Holte

2/18/2018 05:41:57 pm

Planning for a high active activity before a quiet, low active activity would be a great way to help high active children get some energy out and about, or giving a high active child a specific task that they could work on if they cannot concentrate on a quieter, low active activity that the rest of the children are participating in.

Karen Fallows

2/20/2018 01:28:28 pm

List one way to adapt your school-age program for a child with a high activity level.

Keep a strict schedule has always helped me maintain their attention and supply their needs to their activity level.

Bukhari Salayman

2/21/2018 11:58:04 am

List one way to adapt your school-age program for a child with a high activity level.

To keep a strict and set schedule and to not go off task.

Eileen

2/21/2018 02:33:57 pm

For a child with a high activity level, I would adapt my program to allow children to have a variety of activities to choose from. This means that a child can choose to go from one activity to another in a designated area without having to ask permission.

Twila Coonan

2/22/2018 07:20:38 pm

Our program is able to adapt to a child with a high activity level by offering more opportunities to be active. Our building has a gym, so we are able to organize activities in a space which is made for higher speeds and movement levels. Our program is also located beside a park so we are able to utilize the play structure and walking path during days with reasonable weather. Lastly our program has access to a large television and ownership of multiple dance style games, creating additional opportunities for movement.

Madison Moore

2/24/2018 07:24:13 pm

One way to adapt your program to a high active child could be to allow for high active free play in a large indoor or outdoor space if they still have energy left from school, then later, during structured activity times(I'm referring to my own program's schedule), make sure to include a high active game or activity. If they still have lots of energy during a quieter whole group activity, then allowing them to "dance out their giggles" or run some of it off, before, or even during said activity.

jordan

2/25/2018 08:29:16 pm

have a variety of appropriate activities to keep child engaged, provide music and movement, and a time to run and climb outside

Shelli

2/27/2018 07:58:20 pm

Physical/Active games will keep the active kiddo busy and engaged. transition to a calmer activity for a shorter length of time. Expecting the child to be still for very long is not going to work. Allow for fidgeting during calm activities

Hannah Ellertson

3/7/2018 09:57:58 am

Providing active activities for high energy kids is super important. As the kids come in to our program I give them the choice of reading time or recess. The high energy kids having time to get their wiggles out while the lower energy kids can unwind and read. We offer reading time and recess again in the afternoon to make sure everyone is doing the same activities. But sometimes timing the activities is key, based on the kids.

Tara Mangum

3/7/2018 04:17:44 pm

A child with a high activity levels needs plenty of opportunity to "get the wiggles out." This can include an active game, or something interactive.

Andre Best

3/8/2018 05:36:36 pm

Try and make things more interactive. They are already being active outside for recess we could try making the learning objective an active one.

Katie Campbell

3/10/2018 10:16:26 pm

Having more active and higher energy activities such as capture the flag or four square games. Also giving them more time to engage in either in play or the activity and shorter group meeting.
Overall just making sure that these higher energy kids have more movement time.

JULIA

3/12/2018 01:08:15 pm

I would make sure there are plenty of opportunities to move around, where kids get get a good majority of their energy out. I would schedule things like outside or gym time at the beginning of the program so that kids aren't as antsy throughout the rest of the day.

Lilly

3/13/2018 09:45:54 pm

One way, is by incorporating high energy activities. I like to include games that require physical movement every once in a way to give those kids time to get some of their energy out. Tag, or other physical activities usually work great.

Evan Prieskop

3/15/2018 05:38:11 pm

Adding an element of mindfulness can be a surprising alternative to simply giving the child more time/space for movement. Many "High-Energy" kids benefit from some form of meditative, reflective or calming activity to give them a chance to focus and direct their energy.

Charles Gain

3/20/2018 10:20:54 am

Physical activities allow students with a high activity level to move around. If possible, these activities can be done outside for students get some sunshine. A good physical activity can be animal relay racing.

Deepa

3/20/2018 10:28:37 am

One way we could adapt our school-age program for a child with a high activity level is by giving them options to do activities that are more physically active.

Hannah Violet Ellertson

3/27/2018 12:01:05 pm

I like to provide alternative options at almost all times for activities we are doing. not all kids are comfortable doing the same things at the same time. It is important to have a less sensory sensitive activity to pair as an alternative to a high sensory one.

Spencer Herriges

3/29/2018 02:05:15 am

Planning activities in the classroom which allow for dynamic groupwork, moving from full-class to small groups with room for collaboration and movement. That way, students with high activity levels can use their energy constructively, and lower energy students can work with them towards a shared goal.

Bukhari

3/30/2018 12:24:59 pm

Adapting a program to where an activity keeps the child expending their energy instead of remaining still and keeping quiet.

Bryanda Gordon

3/31/2018 02:39:05 pm

Providing my program with as many high interactive free play activities as much as possible can be a way i can adapt my program. Making sure there is always enough high energy level activities such as being outside to roam as well as thinking games that make use their minds more creatively.

Tracie Phansisay

3/31/2018 08:15:41 pm

If you have a child with a high activity level you should make sure that they have different activities to do throughout the day. Give them outdoor time to run and around play and also gym time to play games and burn off energy .

Katie

4/3/2018 09:47:57 pm

Space out the times spent sitting still so that there’s time for physical activities in between. Give them plenty of room and time to stretch their legs and be active. Or work in groups rather than the entire class together so that active children can be with each other to avoid discomfort by having highly active children be with quieter lower activity level children.

Audrey

4/5/2018 03:11:03 pm

A lot of the children in our facility are high in energy.
We help facilitate them and adhere to them by giving them an outside play option while students have the option of staying in doors. They are able to exhaust themselves in the active way they prefer without being confined to indoors.

Tina

4/7/2018 10:36:25 am

At our childcare, we let the kids go to the gym and play volleyball, basketball, jump rope, or soccer. We try to do it twice a week or more if they aren't able to go outside. We also let the kids play just dance.

Amanda Bernard

4/8/2018 03:34:42 pm

Making sure there is always some time everyday dedicated to physical activities so they can run and play!

Emma

4/8/2018 07:04:42 pm

We like to make sure we sandwich our low-energy activities with high-energy ones. Before we have the kids sit for a long time, we make sure they get some energy out. Ideally, one of these activities involves free play outside at our park, to help incorporate choice into the schedule.

Megavarsha Subramani

4/9/2018 09:50:02 pm

To help a child with high-activity level, you could have many outdoor activities that require energy but also are fun and help with development of skills.

Jiwon

4/11/2018 10:44:56 am

Giving them enough time to use their energy by playing sports and game outdoor. We should give them different types of sports ball to play with various games and conduct activities that use much energy.

David

4/14/2018 12:39:28 pm

My students need more active time. Since I teach programming, my students spend a lot of time seated. Maybe I can develop some mobile activities to get them moving.

yulia tomenko

4/16/2018 06:59:31 pm

For child with a high level of activity, you can take a lot of material and the child can learn it in motion( playing image of training).

Rachel Hanna

4/21/2018 01:45:06 pm

Keep lessons hands on, I usually have the kids outside running around for an hour before we go inside. Most kids like being outside anyways, if the child must be constantly moving offer a stress ball or even a fidget spinner to keep the child at a level temperament.

BHAVANI sANGAMESHWAR

4/22/2018 03:37:43 pm

I f there is a hyper active child , the provider should plan appropriately the outdoor games which helps the kid to burn all the energy and the puzzles which make the kid clam down and helps the child to focus and be less destructive.

Brian

4/22/2018 07:36:45 pm

I try to attract the attention of the child, and then verbally redirect their attention to something that is completely "outside" of the current "situation" and get the child to think about an answer.

Brian

4/22/2018 07:44:26 pm

I already added a comment.

Meghan

5/3/2018 01:39:25 pm

On sunny days a staff and I have the ability to have an outdoor play area for the high-intensity children and then one of us will stay inside and plan a quiet calm activity for children who have if they want to settle down.

Lisa Saunders

5/4/2018 12:19:30 pm

We plan for physically active activities for the kids especially the high-intensity kids before we do any activities that require them to be seated a length of time such as arts & crafts, homework time or playing games. We will then return to outdoor or indoor play after a activity that requires them to be still.

emily Wharton

5/4/2018 08:40:04 pm

working at a daycare we try to get the kids outside as much as possible. On super nice days we are outside majority of the day until we go in for lunch and nap time. As soon as they wake up we are back outside until their parents come to pick them up.

Cristall

5/7/2018 01:16:12 pm

You can provide that child with many opportunities to be involved in a physical activity indoors or outdoors in order for them to not ave time to be bored and inactive

Sarah barnes

5/9/2018 11:45:58 am

Making sure there is a large indoor gross motor area in your classroom can help to ensure that children who have high energy levels are allowes movment. Providing children with high energy levels with activities to do during inside times will reduce the amount of boardum and there for reducing undesired behaviors.

Briana BergeronEmery

5/12/2018 02:12:38 pm

I think the best way to assist a high activity child is observing when the peak activity time is and create outside activities or physical activities that will allow for the extra energy to be burned out. Then counter balance with some quiet time or group activities such as board games/card games that still allow for high activity at a different pace.

Sandy C

5/20/2018 06:05:02 pm

Find a way to allow the child the move their body through space especially using their large muscles. It would be great to go outside so the child could run, skip, climb or ride a bike. If you were unable to go outside then dancing or doing some activity involving the whole body (getting the wiggles out).

Aaron Wright

5/29/2018 11:46:44 pm

When working with a child with high activity it is important to choose activities that allow them to run and exercise. High activity children should be given a larger space, if available, so they can run and play. It may be a good idea to extend physical exercise activites so the children can get a lot of their energy out.

Heather Hakenewerth

6/2/2018 02:06:36 pm

Children with a high activity level will benefit from extra physical activity, so high priority should be given to outside time. Organized games are just as important as free play, so both should be included. Extra time outdoors would be beneficial as well.

Yvette TwoRabbits

6/4/2018 12:45:20 pm

Adapting a program for a high energy child should consist of a safe environment for out letting high energy and expressing individuality

Stephanie

6/6/2018 01:15:52 pm

with a high activity child i would provide activities that would allow that child to have the freedom to move about without disrupting the others in class. and some extra free time to run off the extra energy.

Adrienne Herms

6/7/2018 02:57:22 pm

One way to interact with a high energy child would be to have an interacting high energy game, where they could play along maybe lead an activity.

Alicia Winslow

6/12/2018 11:14:44 am

One way to interact with a youth who is high energy is to assign them to tasks which will give them a way to direct this energy.

jordan saunders

6/14/2018 11:16:22 am

a high energy child must be given the space they need to be them selves or else the child care provider is setting that child up for failure

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