Remote learning resulting from COVID-19 means more time in front of screens than usual, so it’s extra important to take regular breaks that give your children a brain boost. Physical activity is one of the best ways to refresh the body and focus the mind, leaving them ready for the next online activity.
Here are 5 easy brain boosts:
Play ‘My Day So Far’:
Give your child(ren) 1 minute to act out what they have done so far today, starting from the moment they woke up. You can even make it into a quiet activity by asking them to do it in mime.
Jump and Spin:
A very simple brain boost for any short break, get your child(ren) to do 5 jumping jacks, spin in a circle 3 times, then do 5 more jumping jacks. This alone will invigorate them, but you can repeat it a few times if needed!
Simon Says:
An old favourite! Take your child(ren) out of their study space and into the garden for a game of Simon says. It will get their brain working in a different way and allow them time to reset for the next tasks ahead.
Mini Disco:
Turn down the lights and turn up the music; spend a few minutes all dancing around the room having fun while letting worries and inhibitions go.
Yoga flow:
Yoga has mindful qualities that make the movements even more beneficial. Take a few minutes to do a short yoga flow sequence – there are lots of videos online to guide you.
Remember to eat brain-boosting foods too! Fish, nuts and seeds, blueberries, broccoli, eggs, oranges, and even dark chocolate are great foods for supporting brain health.
These tips came from Rugby School Thailand , one of Asia’s fasting growing international schools.
