Movement matters -- Introduction to movement : how the body teaches the brain -- Containerized kids -- How movement helps unlock the brain for learning -- A moving child -- How a moving child develops -- The origins of movement : primitive and postural reflexes -- The origins of learning : the senses -- The senses : sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch -- The sense of balance : the vestibular system -- The sense of intuition : proprioception -- The origins of independence : the motor tools -- Power : beyond gross motor skills -- Coordination : the midlines, body rhythm, and temporal awareness -- Control : beyond fine motor skills -- Language : the bridge to formal learning -- Verbal and physical language -- Music and movement -- Directionality : the road to symbolic language -- A learning child -- Kinetic development : a balancing act -- Creating a kinetic classroom -- The zone of uncertainty : managing safety -- Put it in play -- The balance of play -- Moving and learning play -- Big moves and big ideas -- Quiet concentration -- Effective playmating -- Smart steps -- Introducing smart steps -- The activities : smart steps at play.