Alternative Seating

Several of our classrooms are trying a new way of having students sit in their classrooms.  We all know that sitting for a long time can be uncomfortable for children.  Sometimes they just need to stand, stretch, or move around.  In some classrooms, students have a choice of what kind of seating they want.  They may be more comfortable close to the ground, on a stool, or on a ball.  Some students like to be up high or even stand at their desks to work.  These classrooms provide all of those choices.  Then students can sit where they feel most comfortable at the time.  We are hoping this will help students be more attentive and be able to stay on task better.  So far, students have been very excited about having choice.  We will be watching to see if it has the positive effects we are hoping for.