Motivating Movement
Here are a few tips to get moving along with some of our favorite activities for you to try!
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Fun Breathing Exercises to Improve Concentration
Similar to physical activity, breath-focused benefits apply to children as well.
Similarities and Differences
How physical activity can be used to demonstrate similarities and differences, teaching character concepts.
The Importance of Physical Activity in Childhood Development and How to Promote It at Home
A look at the benefits of physical activity for childhood development –– plus some fun tips for family fitness!
PowerUp Any Space, Any Place
Stuck inside? PowerUp any space, any place with these three movement and learning games.
Active Play and ELA
Learning through games and play is not a new concept, but learning through movement? Here's a fun literacy game!
Measurement & Movement
These measurement and movement activities apply academic concepts to fun and fitness.
Get Moving with Goal Setting
Having flashbacks? Freeze Tag is a fun game many of us played as children. Although it is fun and gets the body moving, PowerUp’s Cardio...
ELA + PLAY
Games are an easy way to get kids excited to learn while reinforcing both academic skills and social/ life skills. By connecting academic...
Fall Frenzy
As the leaves turn different colors and Halloween is approaching, fall is on everyone’s mind. School is back in full swing and fall...
Keep Transition Time Fun!
Whether the kids just finished a day of school, about to start one or tired after an interactive lesson, it is always important to make...
PowerUp Activity Spotlight: Shape Jumps
Shape Jumps are one example of an exercise that can be adjusted for a variety of ages.
Building Character Concepts through Physical Activity
PowerUp knows that Social-Emotional Learning skills are critical for a child to learn at a young age. These skills allow them to understand
PowerUp Your Summer!
Start summer off right with two, fun PowerUp Fitness activities for participants of all ages! With the warm weather, now is the perfect time
PowerUp Clever Communication
At PowerUp, we’ve linked social-emotional learning skills to physical activity to encourage character development through movement and fun.
Sensitive Situations
5 Tips to Overcome Participant Barriers and Make Kids' Fitness Fun! Finding joy through movement is an important part of the PowerUp program
PowerUp Spelling this Spring!
Spelling is a vital source of communication for students! This month’s learning activities help students develop their spelling abilities.
PowerUp Brain Boost: Easy Exercises to Get Bodies Moving and Recharge Focus
These Tips & Tricks feature three easy activities to re-energize and refocus. Although designed for kids, they’re great for adults too!
Focus on Fractions and Telling Time
This time of the year is a perfect time to create fun new memories with your family. Enjoy this month’s fun fitness game with your family!
Alphabet Relay - Great for All Ages - PK-12th Grade (Adults too!)
The featured Character Concepts today boost teamwork and communication skills.