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Why Walking in a Straight Line is Important

By: Alycia Mazepa Published: Sunday, July 13th, 2025 Earlier this year, I had the pleasure of working at a school in Burlington, Ontario. The experience was none other, then unforgettable. I had the opportunity to build cherished moments with a bunch of kids that I thought I won't forget, and still I won't ever forget them, or that could be what I think at the moment. Regardless, why I'm writing this article or opinion piece, rather, is to contribute to the topic of why walking in a straight line, is, in fact, important, when it comes to school.  Here is 6 reasons why teaching kids and children to walk in a straight line, is important. 1. Discipline - Can you wake up to your alarm clock? If the answer is yes, you can probably, also partake in standing or being apart of a straight line. 2. Respect - keeps children attentive to their peers and teachers, and begins to instill respect in these relationships.  3. Creativity - Can teach a lesson such as alphabetic order, if havin...
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