The Whole-Brain Child

The fun of this game, coupled with the physical activity, can
completely change your toddler’s mind-set and make the whole
morning much more enjoyable for both of you.
This technique works for older kids, also. A Little League coach
we know heard about the “move it or lose it” principle and ended
up having his players jump up and down in the dugout when they
got discouraged after giving up a few early runs during the
championship. The boys’ movement brought a shift of excitement
and new energy into their bodies and brains, and they eventually
came back and won the game. (Chalk up another victory for
neuroscience!)