They found that children who got to Move To Learn ended up with more Time-On-Task, meaning the children were calmer or settled, more attentive, and more alert in the classroom.

Moving around on various surfaces develops strength, balance and coordination. Make an obstacle course, treasure hunt or chalk racetrack outside with your child. This is a fun way for your child to learn how to plan an activity and be active. Listen to music that your child can dance to.

They keep going and going in an effort to fill their time and cup. And while this is particularly common with younger children, others may experience this as well—especially those who have an autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, or ADHD.