Brain Break Sticks

 Brain Break Sticks are a great way to get kids up and moving for brief amounts of time. Kindergartners need these little breaks during a busy day! I found these fun popsicle sticks at www.lakeshorelearning.com and used a clear craft bucket with a ribbon for some flair.

Each stick has a label: Chant, Activity, Transition, Song.

At the bottom is the description of the brain break. Some of the physical activities include jumping jacks, planks, cross-body knee touches, etc. Chants include silly rhymes and songs while waiting in the hallway or during transitions like Silly Willy, 5 Green and Speckled Frogs, etc. Other activities include creating a class rainstorm, counting to a number, throwing pretend pizza dough, or playing an air band instrument.

Kids love these little activities and it helps them regroup during the day. I recommend making your own sticks with activities that you are comfortable managing in your classroom. For some fun activities, check out http://www.responsiveclassroom.org/product/99-activities-and-greetings .