So far in our classes we have explored tempo (moving to different speeds), levels (the extremes of high and low), pathways (different ways to get from one place to another), and weight (the force of our movement). These units have allowed us to get out of the comfort zone of medium, middle, and straight. As we explore these different elements of movement, it’s good to use all kinds of decriptive words. By doing so we are not only giving the children a precise description for the movement we want but we are also helping them to develop a larger vocabulary. This will prove to be very beneficial to them when they begin to read. So see this week how many words you can come up with to describe the different movements you and your child try: sway, swing, leap, swoop, burst, wring, or twirl. Don’t forget to try some activites found in the Family Activity Guide.