Antsy. Hyper. Disobedient. Difficult.
A lot of labels get thrown at kids who have trouble sitting at a desk, working on their writing or math. They're not being difficult; they're kinesthetic learners. They learn best when they're using their muscles along with their brain!
A lot of labels get thrown at kids who have trouble sitting at a desk, working on their writing or math. They're not being difficult; they're kinesthetic learners. They learn best when they're using their muscles along with their brain!
These are the kids who move around a lot, who fidget when they try to sit still, who are oftentimes considered hyperactive. It's not that their learning style is bad; it's just different.
Some kids need to be in motion to concentrate. Engaging their body helps them retain information better and work out cognitive problems. It's recently been shown that kids with ADHD actually learn better while they're moving. It's my personal belief that this also applies to all kinesthetic learners.
I've always known Kay was an active learner and it was never a problem until she started kindergarten. Her learning style does not mix well with a classroom setting. This year, in first grade, she also hashomework every day. I've been trying to come up with creative ways to incorporate physical activity into the work that needs to be done, but sometimes it's copying words - there's no active way to do that.
But there is a way she can move around a bit while she works. KORE Wobble Chairs are made for kids who have trouble sitting still. The base is rounded, allowing the sitter to wiggle and fidget to their heart's content!
The chair comes in three plastic pieces but assembles in minutes - you just snap the pieces together, no tools needed.
The claim is that it won't slip out from under a child under normal usage. Kay did slip a couple of times, mostly when she was being silly. Still, it might be helpful if they offered a nonskid cushion for it.
In any case, we still love these chairs! It has actually made homework - well, I won't say pleasant. But there are some days where she grabs her KORE chair, sits at her little table and does her work. It provides an outlet for restlessness after a long day at school and that can only be a good thing.
Another thing I liked:
KORE Chairs have an unconditional one-year warranty. They're pretty sturdy and I can't see them breaking easily, but if anything did happen, you're covered!
KORE Chairs have an unconditional one-year warranty. They're pretty sturdy and I can't see them breaking easily, but if anything did happen, you're covered!
Do you have a child who might benefit from a wobble chair? I'd love to hear what works for you!
Disclosure: We received product samples to facilitate this review. All opinions are 100% my own and I only recommended products we love and think you might, too!
