Math and Movement is a kinesthetic learning program created by Suzy Koontz that uses physical movement and activity to teach math concepts. It aims to make math more accessible, engaging and fun for students of all abilities. Studies done by Koontz and her team have shown consistent growth in students' math abilities after using the Math and Movement program across all grades.
2. Math and Movement is a kinesthetic (or
active) learning program.
It uses physical activity
and movement to teach
math concepts.
This makes it accessible
during many parts of
the day.
3. Suzy Koontz
Lives in Ithaca, NY
Co-founder of the National
Math Foundation
Founder of Math &
Movement
Childrens author
Educational consultant &
speaker
Social entrepreneur
www.suzykoontz.com
5. 5 major categories of activities:
Whisper-Loud Skip Counting
Sit-down independent activities
Tapping at the Table
Hallway Math
Math N Yoga
Video
6. Encourage students to practice math
concepts while making it fun. Math and
Movement Website
Movement while learning helps kids retain
information
Expose math as a fun and exciting subject.
7. Students who have trouble sitting still now
have a way to learn math while not being
restricted
The program makes learning math enjoyable
for all, something that it probably wasnt
before
Students with ADHD maintain attention
better when given ample opportunity to
respondin an active manner.
Lets all students shine
Students learn best when they engage with
material and actively participate in their
8. Lots of in-house studies
done by Koontz & her
team
Data shows
consistent
growth in math
abilities for
students after
using Math and
Movement.
This is across
all grades and
circumstances.
9. www.mathandmovement.com
www.nationalmathfoundation.org
www.suzykoontz.com
Gifford Foundation. Math and Movement Makes the Grade. Retrieved
from
http://www.giffordfoundation.org/math-movement-makes-the-
grade/
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Koontz, S. Math and Movement Pilot Study. Retrieved from