Jumping for Joy!

In movement class, Kindergarten and First Grade students have been learning all about the importance of aerobic exercise, especially jumping rope, in keeping their hearts healthy. The students began the unit at a variety of different skill levels, from beginner to advanced jump ropers. All of the students are improving their jump roping ability by increasing their jump count, how many jumps in a row, increasing the length of time they can jump without stopping and learning some new jump rope tricks.

OWS is not doing an official Jump Rope for Heart event this year, but we are still doing many of the activities in movement class to make sure the important message of keeping your heart healthy through exercise and healthy eating is communicated to the students. We are also having a lot of fun jumping rope!