Move More, Learn More!

This book shares how movement is deeply connected to early learning, offering 50+ activities that focus on young children’s growth and development.

Young children don't just move to develop their bodies—they move to develop their brains. Move More, Learn More! demonstrates the profound connection between physical activity and early childhood development through cutting-edge research from neuroscience, developmental psychology, and exercise science. This groundbreaking book teaches how movement fundamentally shapes brain architecture during the early years, building the neurological foundations essential for cognitive growth, academic success, and social-relational well-being.

Move More, Learn More! bridges the gap between research and practice, offering evidence-based insights in every chapter. By understanding how developmental skills emerge from shared neurological pathways, Pre-K –3rd grade educators can transform their approach to early learning. Educators and clinicians will discover immediately applicable strategies to help children develop healthy brains and bodies during these formative years.

This first-of-its-kind resource will empower readers to harness the transformative power of movement, showing not just what happens when children are physically active, but why it matters so deeply for their development and how to maximize these benefits in educational settings.

Book Features:

• Chapters written by international experts in the fields of movement, music, language, and cognition provide activities to strengthen executive function, self-regulation, attention, and sensory-motor development in Pre-K–3rd grade.
• Over 50 evidence-based activities that specifically target both learning strengths and differences.
• An ideal book for graduate-level courses in education, physical education, and early care, as well as developmental psychology, speech pathology, and occupational therapy.

Mike Kuczala is a keynote speaker, professional development facilitator, president of Kuczala Consulting, and chief executive officer for Regional Training Center. Lynne Kenney is an international educator, researcher, and a pediatric psychologist on the language and cognition team at Wellington-Alexander Center for the Treatment of Dyslexia, Scottsdale, Arizona.

“The combined wisdom in this book beautifully affirms what I’ve witnessed and championed for over 40 years: The brain and body are not separate entities, and children need movement to learn, to grow, and to thrive. If this book doesn't convince educators that movement is a must, I'm not sure what will.”
—Rae Pica, early childhood education consultant and author of Why Play? How to Make Play an Essential Part of Early Education

“Move More, Learn More! is an essential resource that powerfully reveals the foundational impact of movement on brain development, learning, and well-being in early childhood. Internationally known movement experts provide the scientific evidence, brain-based theory, and practical activities to intentionally integrate movement that significantly improves children's cognitive, social, and academic success. This book is a must-have for educators, clinicians, and parents.”
—Jean Moize, internationally known educational consultant and founder of Action Based Learning

“Move More, Learn More! is a powerful and practical resource that bridges neuroscience and real-world application. The authors clearly show that movement, rhythm, and play are essential for learning, regulation, and growth—important for all young children, especially those with developmental delays and disorders. A must-read for educators, clinicians, and parents dedicated to helping every child reach their full potential.”
—Mary Barbera, autism mom, behavior analyst, and bestselling author of Turn Autism Around: An Action Guide for Parents of Young Children with Early Signs of Autism