“REAL Learning, the kind that establishes meaningful connections for the brain, starts with MOVEMENT!” (Carla Hannaford).Movement includes all functions of the motor cortex, including (but not limited to) gross motor and fine motor function, visual function, and speaking. In response to a stimulus, the brain creates a context for experience to understand sensory input. Learning is not complete until there is some output, physical or personal expression of thought. We all know kids NEED to Move! Movement is not just important, it is essential to learning. Without sufficient arousal, children may be “unavailable” to learn.