Seminar paper from the year 2008 in the subject Pedagogy - Nursery Pedagogy, Early Childhood Education, grade: 1.3, University of Cologne, language: English, abstract: In this paper, theoretical reasons for a movement-oriented language promotion are compiled. In addition to the variety of meanings and aspects of movement, the meanings and promotion-relevant aspects of language are also shown. The reader will find answers to the question: How can language be promoted through movement? In addition, this homework provides five games for movement-oriented language promotion in the elementary sector. In addition to the instructions for each game, there is also a detailed description of the goals, divided into movement aspects and language aspects.