Fun With Fidget Spinners

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David King. Fun With Fidget Spinners

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“Stop Fidgeting” and Other Bad Advice

You’ve probably heard it from your parents or your teachers: “Stop fidgeting!” Or maybe: “Please sit still!” When you’re doing something that requires concentration, like studying or listening in class, you’re supposed to sit quietly, focus, and do your work from start to finish without interruption. If you find this way of working frustrating, you’re not alone! Sitting still is hard for lots of people, not just you.

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What Is a “Fidget”?

Here are some examples of fidgets that adults commonly use, and they may work for you, too. Remember, a true fidget should not distract from your primary task, and it should not be distracting to others in your classroom. Some more active fidgets like walking or spinning in a chair can be done at home. Common fidgets: playing with your hair or clothes; doodling; walking; bouncing, spinning, or rocking your chair; listening to music without lyrics or other white noise; chewing gum; tapping or playing with your pen.

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