May 10
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POEM – For the kids who are different
Written by Digby Wolfe. Goldie Hawn recited it.
Here’s to the kids who are different;
The kids who don’t always get ’A's”
The kids who have ears
twice the size of their peers,
or have noses that go on for days.
Here’s to the kids who are different;
The kids who are just out of step,
The kids they all tease,
Who have cuts on their knees,
And whose sneakers are constantly wet.
Here’s to the kids who are different;
The kids with a mischievous streak,
For when they have grown,
As history has shown,
It’s their differences that make them unique.
I found this poem in a book by Paul E Dennison, PHD , called Switching On – A Guide to Edu-Kinesthetics. c1981
The book nearly 30 years outlines simple techniques that can switch on anyone to learning. The techniques are not restricted for using with children.
The techniques outlined in the book are known as Brain Gym today.
It was stated in 1981 these techniques ‘represent a revolutionary approach to learning.’
Paul Denison believed that children are switched off by the high pressure, competitive approach to education.
Thirty years on the increase in children diagnosed with learning difficulties tells us something is wrong with modern education.
Brain Gym® movements, exercises, or activities refer to the original 26 Brain Gym movements, sometimes abbreviated as the 26.
Even though it is not clear yet “why” these movements work so well, they often bring about dramatic improvements in areas such as:
- Concentration and Focus
- Memory
- Academics: reading, writing, math, test taking
- Physical coordination
- Relationships
- Self-responsibility
- Organization skills
- Attitude
The following website http://www.braingym.org/ is all about Brain Gym and has lots of helpful information.
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