America Walks: HOME

Webinar - July 29, 2008 2pm (ET)

Presenter, Rae Pica, Children's Physical Activity Specialist

When we think of the words children and movement, physical development -- the body -- is what first comes to mind. When we consider cognitive development, the brain is typically the only body part considered. Due to such reasoning, we've yet to make the connection between moving and learning. But the research is clear: physical activity promotes brain and cognitive development, stimulates learning, and contributes to improved academic success. The trend toward sedentary lifestyles, therefore, is a factor in a great deal more than childhood obesity; it impacts a child's overall life and education.

This 60 minute webinar will explore what the research says about the link between moving and learning, providing parents, schools, and communities with information they need to reverse this trend.

Jennifer Bonchak from the National Center for Safe Routes to School will give a brief introduction on getting parents involved in SRTS Programs.

This webinar is part of the Safe Routes Coaching Action Network Webinar Series, developed by America Walks and the National Center for Safe Routes to School.

For more information on this program and future programs, please contact Michelle Gulley, at mgulley@americawalks.org.