The school on the move for the promotion of reading competence: a theoretical review

Abstract The current article addresses the promotion of reading at school. There is previous evidence and several theoretical arguments in favor integration physical movement teaching-learning process. question raised as to whether this plausible, specifically for learning read, how it could occur. Through a literature review, considering predominantly German studies, objective identify related process literacy. are discussed light Text Processing Model by Walter Kintsch Teun van Dijk Heinz Heckhausen’s Rubicon theory. Arguments presented regarding cognitive processes, volition, motivation, which support assumption that acquisition competence gains important stimuli through offer classes on move. It seems plausible insertion acts goals reader wants achieve reading. Body self-esteem have positive impact volition an influence reader’s self-concept. Some teaching activities put forward physically active terms literacy, found specific literature. Differentiation made between move, accompany facilitate learning.