Lessons
Level 2 Lesson 1: Criss Cross and Noodling the Movement
Topic 1: Introduction
Topic 2: What Is Crossing the Midline?
Topic 3: What Does It Look Like and Why Is It Important for the Classroom?
Topic 4: What Is Motor Planning?
Topic 5: What Does Motor Planning Look Like and How Do We Strengthen It?
Topic 6: Wrap-Up
Topic 7: Reading & References
Lesson 1 Quiz: Crossing the Midline and Motor Planning
Level 2 Lesson 2: I Hear Ya and I See Ya!
Topic 1: Introduction
Topic 2: Language & Auditory Awareness
Topic 3: Visual Awareness
Topic 4: How Do They Transfer to the Classroom & How Can We Strengthen Them?
Topic 5: Wrap-Up
Topic 6: Reading & References
Lesson 2 Quiz: Visual and Auditory Awareness
Level 2 Lesson 3: Where Am I & How Much of Me Is There?
Topic 1: Introduction
Topic 2: What Is Body Awareness?
Topic 3: What Does Poor Body Awareness Look Like & How Can I Help?
Topic 4: What is Spatial Awareness?
Topic 5: What Does Poor Spatial Awareness Look Like & How Do They Both Transfer to the Classroom?
Topic 6: Wrap-Up
Topic 7: Reading & References
Lesson 3 Quiz: Body and Spatial Awareness
Level 2 Lesson 4: Up, Down, Let's Stomp, Stomp, Clap!
Topic 1: Introduction
Topic 2: Directional Awareness
Topic 3: How Is It Transferred to the Classroom, What Does It Look Like and How Can I Help?
Topic 4: Temporal Awareness
Topic 5: How Is It Transferred to the Classroom, What Does It Look Like and How Can I Help?
Topic 6: Wrap-Up
Topic 7: Reading & References
Lesson 4 Quiz: Directional and Temporal Awareness
Level 2 Lesson 5: Hands & Arms Do More Than Throw a Ball
Topic 1: Introduction
Topic 2: What Is Grip Strength?
Topic 3: Why Is It Important, What Does It Look Like and How Can I Help?
Topic 4: What Is Upper Body Strength?
Topic 5: Why Is It Important, What Does It Look Like and How Can I Help?
Topic 6: What Is Eye-Hand Coordination?
Topic 7: Why Is It Important, What Does It Look Like and How Can I Help?
Topic 8: Wrap-Up
Topic 9: Reading & References
Lesson 5 Quiz: Grip, Upper Body Strength and Eye_Hand Coordination
Level 2 Lesson 6: Legs, Jacks and Trees
Topic 1: Introduction
Topic 2: What Is Lower Body Strength?
Topic 3: Why Is It Important and How Do We Strengthen It?
Topic 4: What Is Bilateral Movement and Why Is It Important?
Topic 5: What Is Balance and How Can I Help?
Topic 6: Wrap-Up
Topic 7: Reading and References
Lesson 6 Quiz: Lower Body, Bilateral Movement and Balance
Level 2 Lesson 7: Tips & Tricks
Topic 1: Introduction
Topic 2: What Is It Like Working in a School or on Your Own?
Topic 3: Behavior Control, Digging Deeper
Topic 4: Class Flow and Transitions
Topic 5: The Art of Anticipation
Topic 6: Wrap-Up
Topic 7: References
Lesson 7 Quiz: Tips and Tricks
Level 2 Lesson 8: Level 2 Games
Final Quiz: Pivot to Play Certified™ Coach

Topic 7: Reading and References

Reading Material

Pauls, Karen. Feeling fidgety in class? 1/2/19 www.cbc.ca. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/physical-activity-guidelines-children-1.4932070?cmp=FB_Post_News&fbclid=IwAR2cRcEDMqggg6Gewz4pV-zJy8vvKzvHba8EcGAdFfXywm0BreYRwqa5xzo

References

Dello Iacono, A; Padulo, J et a. Core Stability Training on lower limb balance strength. Journal of Sports Science. J Sports Sci 2016;34(7):671-8. 7/15/15. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26177151/

Capritto, Amanda. 3 Big Benefits of a Strong Lower Body. livestrong.com. 2/11/20. https://www.livestrong.com/article/13724107-benefits-lower-body-strength/

Davis, Jeanie Lerche. Get More Burn From Your Workout. 2003 webmd.com. https://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/features/get-more-burn-from-your-workout#2

Srikanthan, P; Karlamangla, A. Muscle Mass Index as a Predictor of Longevity published online 2/18/14. American Journal of Medicine Am J Med. 2014 Jun; 127(6): 547–553. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4035379/

Roberts, C; Lee, M; Katiraie, M, et al. Strength Fitness and body Weight Status on Markers of Cardiometabolic Health. June 2015 Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2015 Jun; 47(6): 1211–1218. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5866050/

Auwater, Kevin. Have You Ever Wondered Why Toddlers Can Squat Perfectly? FitranX.com. https://fitranx.com/have-you-ever-wondered-why-toddlers-can-squat-perfectly/

le Roux, Tracey. Bilateral Coordination. OT Mom Learning Activities. https://www.ot-mom-learning-activities.com/bilateral-coordination.htm

da Silva Pacheco, SC; Gabbard, C; et al Interlimb coordination and academic performance in elementary school children. 3/4/16 Japan Pediatric Society. https://doi.org/10.1111/ped.12972

Harris, HB. Cortina, KS et al. Impact of Coordinated-Bilateral Physical Activities on Attention and Concentration in School-Aged Children. 5/28/18. Biomed Research International. https://doi.org/10.1155/2018/2539748

Kidsense Balance and Coordination. https://childdevelopment.com.au/areas-of-concern/gross-motor-skills/balance-coordination/#:~:text=Balance%20is%20the%20ability%20to,stepping%20up%20onto%20a%20kerb.