I work in an emergency room and usually just take care of adult patients. I had a child who was playing with one while she was getting radiological studies done. It certainly did help with distraction for her. Not being familiar with the toy, she had to tell me what it was. Lol made me feel old.
There is a lot of evidence that it helps keep kids occupied/distracted. This is causing some problems in the classroom because I guess some teachers are for them and some against. I would imagine the "old school" teachers probably are not too fond of them. A lot of people say they help kids that have ADHD focus better. However, as I mentioned in the article, there have not been any legitimate studies to prove that theory right or wrong yet.
I completely agree that you'll have some that like them and others that don't. Your article presents that fact very well. I'm pretty"old school"and think if you have children that aren't able to pay attention they need to use that energy in play. My personal opinion is that more outside time and play time is beneficial to children, and toys might not have a place in certain learning settings. If the teacher is allowed to be flexible in lesson plans, he can then adapt to his class to allow play to be incorporated into learning. I don't have the imagination of how a fidget spinner can be used but there are some amazing teachers out there that should have the opportunity to teach their students in whatever way they see fit.
LOL! I couldn't figure out what the big deal with them was at first either. However, I've found that they do actually relieve stress if you are using one let's say, while waiting in the doctors office. It helps keep your mind from constantly thinking about your situation.
I just saw one of these on the floor of the hallway in my building and had no idea what it was. Thanks to you, now I know! Gonna go check if its still there
I have to admit, I thought these things were pretty stupid when they first became popular. However, after buying a couple, I actually like "fidgeting" with them! Thanks for your comment.
I work in an emergency room and usually just take care of adult patients. I had a child who was playing with one while she was getting radiological studies done. It certainly did help with distraction for her. Not being familiar with the toy, she had to tell me what it was. Lol made me feel old.
There is a lot of evidence that it helps keep kids occupied/distracted. This is causing some problems in the classroom because I guess some teachers are for them and some against. I would imagine the "old school" teachers probably are not too fond of them. A lot of people say they help kids that have ADHD focus better. However, as I mentioned in the article, there have not been any legitimate studies to prove that theory right or wrong yet.
I completely agree that you'll have some that like them and others that don't. Your article presents that fact very well. I'm pretty"old school"and think if you have children that aren't able to pay attention they need to use that energy in play. My personal opinion is that more outside time and play time is beneficial to children, and toys might not have a place in certain learning settings. If the teacher is allowed to be flexible in lesson plans, he can then adapt to his class to allow play to be incorporated into learning. I don't have the imagination of how a fidget spinner can be used but there are some amazing teachers out there that should have the opportunity to teach their students in whatever way they see fit.
Hey, Chris! Where have you been? Never heard of this gadget in this part of the World, but maybe my little brother knows something about it.
I'll resteem this.
Good to see you posting again. :)
Hi Joan! I've been really busy the past few months so I haven't had much time to post. Glad to be back!
We got one for our 8yr old...he did the most amazing trick... Threw that shit in the garbage.
Apparently Minecraft still rules this house.
LOL! I couldn't figure out what the big deal with them was at first either. However, I've found that they do actually relieve stress if you are using one let's say, while waiting in the doctors office. It helps keep your mind from constantly thinking about your situation.
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I just saw one of these on the floor of the hallway in my building and had no idea what it was. Thanks to you, now I know! Gonna go check if its still there
So much talks in internet about this spinners.
Very useful tricks, will try doing them!
I have to admit, I thought these things were pretty stupid when they first became popular. However, after buying a couple, I actually like "fidgeting" with them! Thanks for your comment.
I feel exactly like you haha