What this lesson teaches
Balancing focus and multitasking sharpens attention and cognitive agility. This activity trains the brain to maintain concentration on multiple tasks simultaneously, which is vital in high-pressure situations like exams.
Focus Training
Can you finish focus fidget spinner challenge in about 20 min?
Focus Fidget Spinner Challenge
You will balancing focus and multitasking sharpens attention and cognitive agility.
Duration20 min
Age GroupAges 14–15
DifficultyIntermediate
SubjectFocus Training
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The learning connection
Engaging in a physical activity like spinning while thinking activates the principle of embodied cognition, where physical actions enhance mental performance. The added challenge of spinning encourages sustained focus, making the brain more adept at switching tasks effectively.
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1. Get a fidget spinner and a set of quiz questions on flashcards. 2. Sit comfortably and hold the fidget spinner in one hand. 3. Spin the fidget spinner using your thumb and index finger. 4. While it spins, read out one quiz question and answer it. 5. Keep the spinner spinning while answering as many questions as you can in 2 minutes. 6. Challenge a family member to see who can answer more questions while spinning!