
9 ways to tell if your child is physically literate + free printable
Physical literacy is when kids have developed the skills, confidence, and love of movement to be active for life. Here are some simple ways you can gauge the state of your child’s physical literacy.

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Getting creative was key to helping my autistic child be active
Yet fitness a proven strategy to help thwart the negative behaviours associated with the condition

Celebrating hearts on Valentine’s Day
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Resources for parents
Children develop physical literacy by learning a wide variety of fundamental movement skills that allow them to enjoy many different physical activities and sports. Without physical literacy, they are less likely to stay active for life. Here are some ways you can support your child to become more physically literate. If you are an educator, … Continued

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My family ventures onto the ice for a New Year’s Day skate
Diversity, as opposed to specialization, is demonstrably beneficial in developing physical literacy

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Coaches and parents should place more emphasis on skills development than winning

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Track your child’s activity with this handy printable log
This log helps parents schedule activity times, promote variety and celebrate milestones

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Tissue dance
A simple indoor activity that encourages movement and coordination

Hockey Canada releases concussion app
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Girls having fun in Skateistan, Afghanistan
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Improving kids’ hockey: More players, better skills
Hockey Canada’s Corey McNabb talks about the importance of fun

My 10-year-old won’t settle on one sport
Is it okay for a child to keep switching up their activity of choice?

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We debunk them and have some recommendations on what you should do

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Indoor activities for winter
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