CNN: Kids use yoga to learn mythology, fight pre-test jitters

If you are a teacher, school administrator or parent think about exploring the benefits of yoga for children. A recent CNN story offers some insight into how K-5 students are benefiting from yoga as part of classroom learning.

“At Fernbank Elementary School in Decatur, Georgia from kindergarten through fifth grade, students are learning to use deep breathing and basic yoga at their desks to cope with stress and anxiety that may occur before taking tests. School guidance counselor June Neal has seen a measurable difference among the students. “We’ve seen an improvement in test scores and test-taking skills because their stress level is decreased after yoga.”

Neal isn’t worried about criticism that may be aimed at the school for taking time away from daily lessons to stretch and meditate. “An elementary school is more than reading, writing and arithmetic,” says Neal. “You do need some down time, you do need some way to express yourself and to reduce anxiety that comes along with being in school.

CNN.com
http://www.cnn.com/2007/HEALTH/diet.fitness/10/08/hm.kids.yoga/index.html

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