Evidence shows that the use of movement can improve that ability of students to focus and function within the classroom environment. This manual was developed to provide a program guidelines for a before-school Motor Lab program at the Classical Academy Charter Schools. The program incorporates activities designed to take advantage of movements with which students may have difficulty. Evidence shows this may create a lack of focus and poor academic performance. The manual provides an overview of the rationale behind the program. It includes the characteristics of students who might benefit from inclusion in the program and definitions of the types of movement targeted in the activities. It also includes program logistics, descriptions, poster diagrams of twenty-five Motor Lab activities, and a list of needed supplies.
