An educational apparatus is traversed horizontally for the purpose of
increasing learning capabilities is pictured. The apparatus is in the
design of a figure eight lying on its side longitudinally and laterally
intersected at its center by a column and row of straight tracks 30. The
apparatus is comprised of tracks, straight 30, arced 40, and curved 50,
contiguously connected to one another and an octagon shaped distinct end
coupler 96 used as a bridge to connect the non-contiguous ends of tracks,
straight 30, arced 40, and curved 50. The distinct end coupler 96 is
located in the center of the apparatus. The distinct end coupler 96 is
not only a structure used to connect the non-contiguous ends of tracks
but also a station from which a human receives instruction prior to
traversing the apparatus and a portal used by a walking human to traverse
from track to track in the proper direction and sequence, important for
basic brain processing methods. The apparatus is designed to be traversed
by a human in specific patterns in order to promote, foster, and
facilitate the development of brain functions controlling balance,
coordination, spatial awareness, and vestibular function thereby
increasing learning capabilities. As a result of traversing the apparatus
in specific patterns, the human brain will process alphabetic and numeric
symbols more efficiently. This is especially important in the development
of early childhood learners. The educational importance for the invention
is based upon brain research findings that support the link of sensory
motor development and increased learning capacity.