Kids get fresh air and exercise while reinforcing academic content, health literacy, and character values
Studies show that active kids do better in school. Physical activity in afterschool programs (or out-of-school time) not only helps kids stay healthy and strong, but it can also contribute to higher test scores, improved attendance, better behavior, enhanced leadership skills, and a lifetime of healthy habits.
The program is simple to implement and easily fits into classrooms, afterschool programs, summer camps, homeschool, and more.
On-demand webinar:
“Using The Walking Classroom in Afterschool”
Video: Summer programs asst. director shares her experience using The Walking Classroom.
How does The Walking Classroom work?
Students each need either our new mobile app or a preloaded “WalkKit” audio device with custom-written, entertaining, and educational podcasts on science, language arts, and history.
Students go for a brisk 20-minute walk while listening to the podcasts.›› Listen to a sample podcast on Idioms
›› Listen to more sample podcasts
Afterwards, lesson plans and quizzes help educators lead discussions to synthesize and solidify learning.›› Download the idioms Lesson Plan
But does it work?
Yes! Follow the links below to learn more.
- Watch our free recorded afterschool webinar to learn more about this innovative program
- Read the results of a research study by researchers at UNC-CH that confirms the impact of walking on learning
- Read about the science behind The Walking Classroom
- Read success stories from some of our afterschool Walking Classroom adopters
- Read student comments about The Walking Classroom
- Check out our most recent year-end survey results