Age of Child: 2-3

Moving everyday is good for all kids. So how do you get your non-sporty kid to be active? Try these fun activities!

Whether you’re looking for games for a big group or just a few, this list is a great go-to guide for fun, active, no-equipment outdoor games!

These toys offer many great options for encouraging young children’s sensory play and brain development—and they’ll help promote physical literacy.

These creative and explorative nature activities will help you and your kids get outside, learn new things, and have fun together.

We may not be able to cheer on Team Canada at the 2020 Olympic Games this year, but there are lots of fun ways to get your kids in the Olympic spirit.

According to a Canadian study in early child care centres, the benefits of adding more active play time into daily routines are more than just physical.

Through the summer, Active for Life is publishing free weekly “Day Camp At Home” activity plans for busy families like yours.

According to early childhood education expert Dawne Clark, the key is to create an enriching home environment that invites physically active play.

A new podcast from Harvard University is taking a deep dive into the brain science of early childhood.

Puddles provide kids with opportunities to learn about movement, the natural world, and play. Here are some tips for soaking up puddle fun.

We’ve been studying how providing early childhood educators with physical literacy training affects the children in their care.

Through yoga, kids learn how to find a sense of inner calm and self-esteem as well as developing flexibility, strength, and balance.

The model helps early childhood educators incorporate activities that will encourage young children to develop physical literacy.

In contrast to typical metal or plastic play structures, natural playgrounds are designed to take advantage of landscaping and organic materials.

Some schools and early childhood centres are using movement-based instruction to help kids learn better while promoting their development.

These spaces offer valuable opportunities for the development of physical literacy and for experimentation.

For many children in early-years programs, learning happens at play centres, themed play areas with a specific focus.

Thanks to funding from the federal government, the Early Years Physical Literacy Research Team will move on to phase two.

Get straight to the “merry and bright” portion of your holiday without having to scramble for the perfect gift. With the holiday season just around the corner, here are our picks for the best new active toys that will help develop your children’s physical literacy and keep them moving into the new year and beyond. … Continued

The model was developed as a framework to help ECEs understand how to incorporate physical literacy into their playrooms and playgrounds.

Research indicates that gross motor skills are a major predictor of a child’s school readiness. In essence they reflect “brain skills,” yet many parents and caregivers overlook their importance. When infants and toddlers move their arms, legs, and other large body parts with large muscle groups, they are developing their gross motor skills. However, studies … Continued

Our “groundhog maze” brings active learning to life I introduced the activity by reading the storybook Ten Grouchy Groundhogs by Kathryn Heling and Deborah Hembrook. We talked about the legend of Groundhog Day and looked at pictures of real groundhogs. The children learned about groundhog behaviour, such as living in a burrow and hibernating in … Continued

Related read: 7 kid-friendly games to play on trail walks and nature hikes   Outdoor programming in our pre-kindergarten classrooms At Edmonton Catholic Schools, physical literacy and outdoor programming are a priority for our 100 Voices children. Physical literacy encompasses physical, cognitive, social, and emotional wellness. At our Genesis School, this is fostered in a … Continued

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