You must always inflate the wobble cushion! I know this seems like a rudimentary comment but I have been into schools before where well-meaning assistants have taken out all of the stoppers because children were playing with them. I have children report that their stopper was missing and they were still sitting on the cushion. Walking / biking / scooter to school. If you live far away, park a little further from school to encourage walking and more exercise. However engaging in heavy muscle work prior to period of focused activity can stimulate parts of the brain providing a state of alertness that can be considered optimum for learning. Some children can have difficulties focusing and sustaining attention on activities both at home and school resulting in difficulties in achieving their full potential. A perfect seating option for children who have a hard time staying put, and/or for those who aren’t really sure where their bodies are in space. What makes these really nice is that you can easily adjust the amount of air you put in them! Plus, these durable cushions can be washed with soapy water. Very versatile and effective seating.

This sitting wedge encourages active participation from the user to assume correct sitting posture. It’s design encourages forward pelvic positioning promoting proper alignment and good posture. It’s a great option for combining dynamic seating and static positioning. Inflate or deflate the wedge with a puff of air, no pump needed. Size These innovative air cushions facilitate dynamic sitting by incorporating movement with conventional seating. The Move and Sit Cushion features a smooth surface on one side and sensory points on the other to accommodate a person’s needs. Playing in the garden climbing / balancing / catching / trampolining / swing / helping with the gardening / sweeping Heavy muscle work includes; Activities, which involve pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing, tugging and towing. The leaflet gives examples of “Movement Breaks” for both home and at school, which can be done individually or with siblings or the whole class.

Move n Sit Cushion

After a period of time sitting e.g. completing homework, play games or watching TV, follow with a period of movement and activity The provided movement and benefit are very similar to the beneficial action of the ball. Recommended weight The base of the cushion should be stable, but when a student sits on the wobble cushion in the classroom it should move. The student should be able to move around gently as they are seated. The amount of air will also change depending on the student’s size as heavier students will need slightly more air than lighter students. Home help—set the table, clear the table, wash up, load the dishwasher, carry items up and down the stair, tidy away toys, carrying washing basket, pushing trolley, tidying, sweeping It is particularly good for children who have rounded shoulders, or low muscle tone, as the seat helps the body sit in a good postural position.

For the whole class to carry out exercises after a period of sitting on the carpet or sitting in the chair listening to instructions. The aim of the movement breaks are to help create the level of alertness which enables a child to focus and concentrate. Heavy muscle work may calm the over alert and wake up the under alert. Heavy work through the hands may also improve fine motor and handwriting skills by increasing hand strength and body awareness.

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