Girls activity programs: Don’t let your daughter get shortchanged
Like boys, they need to learn fundamental movement skills from an early age
How to support your child to be physically active in kindergarten
Physical literacy is important to their first year of school
The key to teaching kids to ride a bike without training wheels
They’re likely to develop movement and coordination skills faster
Running: How to teach kids to sprint correctly
The mechanics are simple, but they need to be learned
Team Canada rookie road cycler Michael Woods hopes to race his way to the podium
His active parents exposed him to a variety of sports
Questions to ask your kids while watching the Olympics
The Olympics provide a great opportunity to connect with kids on topics like doing something you love, following your passion, and goal setting.
Olympic Games DIY: Create a backyard decathlon
Creative games to help kids practice running, jumping, and throwing
12 fun ways you can transform the game of tag
Tag is such a classic game but, turns out, there are also lots of fun ways to jazz it up! Try some of these creative variations with your kids.
7 hiking games for kids during trail walks and nature hikes
Many kids love the freedom of running down paths, climbing on fallen logs, and examining animal tracks. Every now and then, though, they need some fun distractions to keep them going. Try these games on your next hike!
Apparatus not required: 6 creative beach activities
Just add imagination…
Turn your kids into active nature ninjas with this fun twist on a scavenger hunt
This outdoor, nature-inspired scavenger hunt will get your kids active and will helps them develop movement skills too!
12 reasons yoga is great for kids
It’s not just for adults
7 fun, family-friendly, get-off-the-couch indoor activities
These are some great things to do at home to get the whole family up and moving together!
How to start a summer camp at home
Homegrown ideas to help keep kids active and engaged this summer
8 reasons to watch the Euro Cup with your kids
From the stadium to the living room, it’s an inclusive experience for everyone
How parent-and-baby aquafit classes inspire physical literacy
An important lifelong skill that you and your child can bond over
Superheroes in disguise: Athletes’ moving tributes to their fathers
How dads can play an essential role in the development of growing athletes
How my multi-sport background helped me learn lacrosse
Basketball skills helped this athlete master a stick-handling sport
Get dads and kids playing together with this Father’s Day coupon book
The ultimate DIY present for active dads and their kids
10 ways to find adventure in your own backyard
Anyone who knows me understands that being outdoors with my family is one of my top priorities. When I take my kids to Europe for summer vacation, it’s a busy month spent visiting with family and friends in Norway, in addition to enjoying outdoor adventures, as I always try to explore a new destination. This year we’re … Continued
Webinar: An introduction to physical literacy
An introduction to physical literacy by AfL editor-in-chief Richard Monette
How to create a positive sport experience from the sidelines
Enhance the players’ game with a supportive attitude
Georgia Simmerling: the definition of a physically literate athlete
This impressive Olympian is the embodiment of multi-sport ability
Kids of all abilities get added benefits through activities that develop physical literacy
Skills developed can improve several quality of life factors
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