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   border-top: 1px solid #b3d9d7;\n  }\n\n  \/* RESPONSIVE *\/\n  @media (max-width: 640px) {\n    .rfl-hero { padding: 52px 20px 60px; }\n    .rfl-hero h1 { font-size: 42px; }\n    .rfl-twocol { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n    .rfl-pricegrid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n    .rfl-cta { padding: 52px 20px; }\n    .rfl-page { padding: 0 16px; }\n  }\n\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003c!-- HERO --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-hero\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-hero-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-wordmark\"\u003ePlay · Move · Improve  |  Robyn Papworth\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eReady for\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eLearning\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rfl-hero-tagline\"\u003eA Movement Program to Support Children with Self-Regulation and Focus in Primary School\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rfl-hero-intro\"\u003eDesigned for PE teachers and specialists who already understand the power of movement and want a structured, evidence-based tool to bring that understanding into every classroom in their school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION: THE CHALLENGE --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-label\"\u003eThe Challenge\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou see it every week.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe child who cannot sit still long enough to hold a pencil. The one who shuts down the moment a transition happens. The student whose core is so underdeveloped they are leaning on their hands just to stay upright at their desk and their classroom teacher has no idea that is why they cannot focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a PE teacher or movement specialist, you notice things classroom teachers often cannot. You see the bilateral coordination gaps, the vestibular sensitivities, the kids working twice as hard just to keep their body in the game. And you have probably spent years wishing there was a simple, practical way to bridge what you know about movement with what is happening in the classroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is exactly what Ready for Learning was built to do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-tealbox\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"boxtitle\"\u003eWhat the research tells us about your students right now\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rfl-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dot\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6 to 13% of school-age children\u003c\/strong\u003e have poor motor coordination and most go unidentified until difficulties are well established. \u003cem class=\"rfl-citation\"\u003eHands et al. (2021), ScienceDirect\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dot\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotor difficulties\u003c\/strong\u003e affect a child's ability to sit still, focus, write, transition between tasks and regulate emotions, not just their physical performance. \u003cem class=\"rfl-citation\"\u003ePMC (2020)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dot\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSince the pandemic,\u003c\/strong\u003e Australian children are showing elevated rates of hyperactivity, inattention, anxiety and emotional dysregulation compared to pre-2020 data. \u003cem class=\"rfl-citation\"\u003eWestrupp et al. (2021), Journal of Pediatrics and Child Health\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dot\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBetter motor skills\u003c\/strong\u003e predict higher executive function, stronger social behaviours and better literacy and numeracy outcomes. \u003cem class=\"rfl-citation\"\u003eVeldman et al. (2019), Early Human Development \/ PMC\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION: THE PROGRAM --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-label\"\u003eThe Program\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Ready for Learning?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReady for Learning is a structured 6 to 8 week movement and self-regulation program designed to be embedded into everyday school life. It bridges the gap between what you know as a movement specialist and what classroom teachers need, giving them practical tools they can actually use backed by the science you already trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe program is built around three interconnected areas that research consistently links to academic readiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-twocol\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-pillar\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pillarlabel\"\u003eVestibular Function\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalance, spatial awareness and postural control. The physical foundation a child needs before they can sit still, track text or hold a pencil steadily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-pillar\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pillarlabel\"\u003eBody Awareness and Motor Control\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBilateral coordination, crossing the midline and proprioceptive awareness. The skills that underpin handwriting, sport and moving through a classroom without disruption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\" class=\"rfl-pillar orange\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pillarlabel\"\u003eSelf-Regulation and Focus\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmotional regulation, attention, energy management and transition skills. The tools children need to learn and the tools teachers most want support with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-style: italic; color: #7a8e8b;\"\u003eEach area is assessed at baseline and again at 6 to 8 weeks using the RFL Observation Checklist, giving you and your colleagues measurable, structured data on student progress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION: EVIDENCE --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-label\"\u003eThe Evidence\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the research says about movement and learning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou already know this works. Here is the peer-reviewed evidence to back you up when making the case to your principal or leadership team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-subheading\"\u003eAttention and Engagement\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rfl-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dot\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e58% reduction in off-task behaviour\u003c\/strong\u003e during physically active lessons compared to sedentary ones. \u003cem class=\"rfl-citation\"\u003eMavilidi et al. (2021), Trends in Neuroscience and Education\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dot\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive breaks of 5 to 10 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e produce the strongest improvements in classroom concentration and attention, confirmed across a meta-analysis of 15 studies. \u003cem class=\"rfl-citation\"\u003eFenesi et al. (2018), Journal of Applied Research in Memory and Cognition; ScienceDirect (2024)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dot\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStudents who took brief breaks\u003c\/strong\u003e retained 65.1% of content compared to 56.4% for peers in continuous lessons. \u003cem class=\"rfl-citation\"\u003eWach et al. (2025), Frontiers in Psychology\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-subheading\"\u003eCore Strength, Posture and Handwriting\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rfl-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dot\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePostural stability is a prerequisite for handwriting.\u003c\/strong\u003e A child cannot develop fine motor precision until they can maintain an upright seated position. \u003cem class=\"rfl-citation\"\u003eFlatters et al. (2014), PLOS ONE \/ PMC, study of 278 school-aged children\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dot\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrong correlation\u003c\/strong\u003e between fine motor skills and handwriting legibility, with precision identified as the key predictor of writing quality. \u003cem class=\"rfl-citation\"\u003eSeo (2018), Journal of Physical Therapy Science \/ PMC\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-subheading\"\u003eLiteracy, Numeracy and Motor Skills\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rfl-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dot\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine motor skills in kindergarten\u003c\/strong\u003e predicted later achievement in both reading and mathematics, study of 2,714 children. \u003cem class=\"rfl-citation\"\u003eGrissmer et al. (2010), Developmental Psychology \/ PMC\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dot\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchool-based physical activity\u003c\/strong\u003e significantly improved reading comprehension (SMD 0.24) and mathematics achievement (SMD 0.41) across a meta-analysis of 17 studies. \u003cem class=\"rfl-citation\"\u003eFrontiers in Public Health (2025)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dot\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFundamental movement skills\u003c\/strong\u003e are positively associated with numeracy, arithmetic and geometry through shared spatial reasoning pathways. \u003cem class=\"rfl-citation\"\u003eGu et al. (2024), PMC, study of 182 children aged 7 to 8\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-subheading\"\u003eSelf-Regulation\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rfl-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dot\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-regulation interventions\u003c\/strong\u003e improved academic achievement in 11 of 13 rigorously evaluated studies, across literacy, mathematics, reading and vocabulary. \u003cem class=\"rfl-citation\"\u003ePandey et al. (2018), JAMA Pediatrics \/ PMC\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dot\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarly self-regulation skills\u003c\/strong\u003e predict long-term academic success, mental health, income and occupational outcomes. \u003cem class=\"rfl-citation\"\u003eBlair and Raver (2015), Annual Review of Psychology\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION: HOW IT WORKS --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-label\"\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe RFL Observation Checklist\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the program is a structured observation tool that gives movement specialists and classroom teachers a shared language and shared data for tracking student development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-tealbox\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"boxtitle\"\u003eThe checklist covers four key areas\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rfl-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dot\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVestibular Function\u003c\/strong\u003e — balance, spatial awareness, postural control\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dot\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Awareness and Motor Control\u003c\/strong\u003e — bilateral coordination, midline crossing, proprioception\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dot\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-Regulation and Focus\u003c\/strong\u003e — transitions, attention, emotional regulation, multi-step instructions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dot\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnergy Zones Tracking\u003c\/strong\u003e — monitoring arousal levels at the start and end of sessions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 16px; font-size: 14px; font-style: italic; color: #4a5e5b;\"\u003eCompleted at baseline and again at 6 to 8 weeks. Observations are made during regular PE classes and movement activities with no additional testing sessions required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe checklist uses a three-symbol rating system designed to protect student confidence during assessment. An intentional choice that reflects the program's commitment to inclusive, strengths-based practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION: STANDARDS --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-label\"\u003eEducational Alignment\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAligned with Australian Teaching Standards and Victorian Priorities\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-twocol\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; color: #00837a; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.08em; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eAustralian Professional Standards for Teachers (AITSL)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-standard\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rfl-badge\"\u003eStandard 1.1\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhysical, social and intellectual development and characteristics of students\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-standard\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rfl-badge\"\u003eStandard 3.3\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing a range of teaching strategies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-standard\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rfl-badge\"\u003eStandard 4.1\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreating and maintaining supportive and safe learning environments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-standard\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rfl-badge\"\u003eStandard 6.2\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngaging in professional learning and improving practice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; color: #00837a; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.08em; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eVictorian Department of Education Priorities\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rfl-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dot orange\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003eStudent wellbeing initiatives\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dot orange\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003eTeacher professional development\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dot orange\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003eEarly intervention for learning and regulation difficulties\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dot orange\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003eInclusive education practices\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-fundingbox\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fundingtitle\"\u003eFunding options that may apply to your school\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-pills\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rfl-pill\"\u003eTeacher Professional Learning Funds\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"rfl-pill\"\u003eStudent Wellbeing Grants\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"rfl-pill\"\u003eSpecial Education Support Budgets\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"rfl-pill\"\u003eEarly Intervention Initiatives\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rfl-fundingnote\"\u003eRobyn can help you identify the most appropriate funding pathway for your school. Just ask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION: PRICING --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-label\"\u003eGetting Started\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTwo ways to bring RFL into your school\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you want to run it yourself or bring in expert support, there is an option that fits your school's needs and budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-pricegrid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-pricecard teal\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pricetop\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSchool-Led Program\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"amount\"\u003e$49\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pricenote\"\u003eper classroom\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pricebody\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rfl-features\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpiral-bound resource guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e48 evidence-based movement activities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRFL Observation Checklist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6-week implementation plan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily engagement resources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnline professional learning community\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep-by-step progress tracking tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-pricecard orange\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pricetop\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExpert-Led Program\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"amount\"\u003e$3,847\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pricenote\"\u003eper classroom\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pricebody\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rfl-features\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8-week intensive program\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLed by trained Early Childhood Teachers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeekly 40 to 45 minute movement sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurriculum-aligned delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHands-on professional development for teachers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaseline and progress checklist assessments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOngoing support and consultation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION: SNEAK PEEK --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-label\"\u003eA Sneak Peek\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTry this with your class this week.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere is one of the 48 activities from the Ready for Learning guide. No equipment, no prep, three minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-orangebox\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"activityname\"\u003eCross-Crawl Countdown\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"activitymeta\"\u003eBest for: brain activation before literacy or numeracy  ·  Time: 3 minutes  ·  No equipment needed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents stand beside their desks. Alternating sides, they tap their right hand to their left knee, then left hand to right knee, like a slow march. Call out a countdown from 20 and encourage students to stay in rhythm. For an added challenge, have them count by 2s or say the alphabet while they move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-whyitworks\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it works:  \u003c\/strong\u003eCross-lateral movement activates both hemispheres of the brain at the same time, improving attention and readiness for structured learning. \u003cem style=\"color: #9aadaa; font-size: 13px;\"\u003e(Mavilidi et al., 2021)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf that landed well with your students, there are 47 more where that came from. Each one just as practical and just as easy to hand to a classroom teacher on a Monday morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CTA --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-cta\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #00837a;\" class=\"rfl-label\"\u003eReady to Get Started\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReady to bring this into your school?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou are already doing the hard work of understanding how children's bodies and brains connect. The Ready for Learning program gives you the structured tools to make that knowledge count in every classroom, for every student who needs it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-contactbox\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"contacttitle\"\u003eGet in touch with Robyn directly.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you want to order the School-Led guide, discuss the Expert-Led program, explore funding options or simply ask a question, Robyn responds personally to every enquiry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"rfl-contactlink\" href=\"mailto:robyn@playmoveimprove.com.au\"\u003e \u003cspan class=\"icon\"\u003e📩\u003c\/span\u003e robyn@playmoveimprove.com.au \u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca class=\"rfl-contactlink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.playmoveimprove.com.au\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cspan class=\"icon\"\u003e🌐\u003c\/span\u003e www.playmoveimprove.com.au \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FOOTER --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rfl-footer\"\u003eA full reference list for all research cited in this document is available on request or see the accompanying RFL Research References document. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"margin-top: 6px; display: block;\"\u003eCreated by Robyn Papworth  ·  Paediatric Exercise Physiologist  ·  Masters Qualified Development Educator\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Play Move Improve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45053789798453,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6164\/1525\/files\/1_9fa82383-61d4-415b-b9c3-bb65fbf1a935.png?v=1730951517","url":"https:\/\/playmoveimprove.com.au\/products\/ready-for-learning-program-for-primary-school-and-literacy-support-teams","provider":"Play Move Improve","version":"1.0","type":"link"}