How to be an active family

Science tells us that kids who move are healthier, happier and do better at school. This is why the greatest gift we can give is to help our children develop the skills, confidence, and love of movement to be active for life. But it doesn’t have to be complicated or extra work for you, parents. Here are a variety of great resources and articles to help get you started.

Learn more about physical literacy

The sure-bet recipe to raise kids who love (and want) to get active

• What is physical literacy?

Activities to do at home

Three kinds of prompts to inspire children to play

• Tips for getting active with your non-sporty child
• 42 easy activities to keep kids busy while parents work at home

Activities and games for outside

39 fun ways kids can play outside this spring

• Keep kids busy with Active for Life’s summer “day camp” — at home
• One piece of chalk, 8 active games
• How to make a DIY obstacle course outside

Printable resources

6 active games kids can play with a pair of socks

• Looking for a boredom buster? Try these printable activity dice
• A printable recipe for an active day (at home)
• Take our active challenge and develop skills with this favourite playground game

Self-care for parents

How to fit self-care into your day, even when short on time

• No mom guilt! 7 things you never need to apologize for
• Stop using your kids as an excuse