Educational Activities, Inc.
www.edact.com
800-797-3223
P.O. Box 87
Baldwin, NY 11510
I'm always looking for ways to implement fitness activities at home. I'm so glad I found this fun and easy-to-use fitness CD for little ones. It's a set of songs with movements and motions; turn it on, and everyone will be bopping along! The songs include warm-up time, several active songs, and a cool-down song. The lyrics tell you what to do, with songs that include deep breathing, marching and "playing instruments," riding ponies, hopping, and bean bag games. The creators suggest going through the songs a second time and singing along, stretching or doing exercises such as crab walk, curl-ups, or push-ups (no instructions for these are given though).
What ages is this designed for? They suggest ages 2-10. I agree with that recommendation. It was created by a certified fitness instructor, and I found the activities to be age-appropriate both in "fun level" and fitness level. My three and nine-year-old girls used it together and had a ball. It would be especially fun for a group, like a co-op or play group. How about taking it to the park or grandma's house, or asking the babysitter to do it with the kids? And of course, it's a perfect "back pocket" activity for rainy days. It's definitely more fun if you participate with the kids, not to mention the workout you'd get! If you're looking for a new way to get your kids moving, I recommend you try this program.
Product review by Jennifer Loucks, The Old Schoolhouse® Magazine, LLC, March, 2009
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