Kids need plenty of active play to develop gross motor skills in their early years. Check out this list of activities that kids can do at each stage of life.
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This list offers plenty of fun and simple ideas that will help your young ones get active and develop skills in a variety of ways.
The benefits of being physically active *
Increased self-esteem and happiness
40%
Higher test scores
Reduced risk of heart disease, stroke, cancer, and diabetes
7-8%
Higher annual earnings
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* Adapted from Aspen Institute Sport for All - Play for Life: A Playbook to Get Every Kid in the Game