In this episode, we dive into how teachers can support students with reflex integration in the classroom. You’ll learn to:

• 🔍 Identify signs of retained reflexes, such as difficulty sitting still and poor posture.
• 🧠 Discover practical strategies to enhance learning and behavior through simple classroom activities.
• 📘 Explore the Reflex Integration Through Play (RITP) school program, which provides structured, easy-to-implement activities that promote brain-body connection.
• 🎯 Understand how these methods improve focus, behavior, and overall student development.
• 🤝 Recognize the importance of movement breaks and collaboration with occupational therapists.
• 🌟 See how integrating reflex-based activities benefits all students — not just those with identified challenges.

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to Reflex Patterns and Child Development00:44 Identifying Signs of Retained Reflexes in Students03:06 Challenges in the Classroom Due to Retained Reflexes04:26 Observing and Collecting Data on Student Behavior05:49 Impact of Reflex Retention on Behavior and Academics09:24 Classroom-Friendly Activities for Reflex Integration14:29 Implementing Reflex Integration Programs in Schools17:50 Collaboration Between Teachers and Therapists21:38 Encouragement and Resources for Teachers26:46 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

🎯 Resources Mentioned:

✏️ Reflex Integration Through Play at School: https://ritp.info/school📘 Integrating Primitive Reflexes Through Play and Exercise book series🔗 Learn more: www.integratingreflexes.com📱 RITP App – home and school tools for therapists and families🔗 Download the app: ritp.info/app

Learn more about the Reflex Integration Through Play™ Certification program: https://ritp.info/certification

Previous episodes and resources: RITP Podcast