![Mother and sitting baby Zebra Active for Life What nature can teach us about physical literacy](https://activeforlife.com/content/uploads/2019/01/iStock-627853138-1-989x660.jpg)
![Mother and sitting baby Zebra Active for Life What nature can teach us about physical literacy](https://activeforlife.com/content/uploads/2019/01/iStock-627853138-1-989x660.jpg)
![4 things nature teaches us about physical literacy](http://activeforlife.com/img/thumbnail/2019/01/iStock-627853138-1.jpg)
4 things nature teaches us about physical literacy
Fundamental movement skills and play are crucial to survival
![Importance of physical literacy and injury prevention stressed to Canada’s recreation practitioners](http://activeforlife.com/img/thumbnail/2015/07/recreation-practitioners.jpg)
Importance of physical literacy and injury prevention stressed to Canada’s recreation practitioners
New study finds a shortfall in practitioner training
![Neil deGrasse Tyson tells kids they should jump in puddles](http://activeforlife.com/img/thumbnail/2014/12/neil-degrasse-tyson.jpg)
Neil deGrasse Tyson tells kids they should jump in puddles
Encourage your children’s natural curiosity and let them explore their world
![Give yourself – and your kids – a minute to get active](http://activeforlife.com/img/thumbnail/2014/05/boy-active-on-beach.jpg)
Give yourself – and your kids – a minute to get active
A new study suggests the intensity of an activity matters more than the duration
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6 ways ‘Captain America: The Winter Soldier’ can inspire kids to move
Cap runs, jumps, and throws with amazing skill
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Celebrate Winter Walk Day!
Easy to achieve exercise while enjoying the great Canadian outdoors
![Why physical literacy is helping Scottish kids move and think better](http://activeforlife.com/img/thumbnail/2013/11/better-movers-and-thinkers-roll.jpg)
Why physical literacy is helping Scottish kids move and think better
Coordination, balance, and specialized activities at core of BMT program
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WinSport Canada is transforming children’s lives
Jennifer Konopaki on the organization’s impressive physical literacy program
![Scottish kids improve academic achievement through physical literacy](http://activeforlife.com/img/thumbnail/2013/07/active-scottish-child.jpg)
Scottish kids improve academic achievement through physical literacy
New program aims to help them develop rhythm, balance, and movement
![8 little-known games to play with your kids](http://activeforlife.com/img/thumbnail/2013/06/girl-catching-ball.jpg)
8 little-known games to play with your kids
If, like many parents, you’ve found yourself running out of new play ideas for your kids, try these creative and fun lesser-known ones!
![I was a mom to lion cubs in Africa](http://activeforlife.com/img/thumbnail/2013/04/Livingstone-ALERT-Lion-Cubs_2011.jpg)
I was a mom to lion cubs in Africa
Developing physical literacy skills from a young age is vital to animals’ survival
![Michelle Obama, first lady and mom, aims to get U.S. kids active](http://activeforlife.com/img/thumbnail/2013/04/michelle-obama_jimmy-fallon.jpg)
Michelle Obama, first lady and mom, aims to get U.S. kids active
Leading by example with the Let’s Move! initiative
![What’s going on with soccer in Ontario?](http://activeforlife.com/img/thumbnail/2013/03/U12-playing-soccer.jpg)
What’s going on with soccer in Ontario?
Shedding a little common sense on the LTPD standings controversy
![Sports Illustrated Kids 2012 SportsKids of the Year: Conner and Cayden](http://activeforlife.com/img/thumbnail/2013/02/Conner-and-Cayden-Long.jpg)
Sports Illustrated Kids 2012 SportsKids of the Year: Conner and Cayden
With a little love and encouragement, even those with disabilities can enjoy an active lifestyle
![Turn your Family Day into a family activity day](http://activeforlife.com/img/thumbnail/2013/02/family-walking-outdoors-in-winter.jpg)
Turn your Family Day into a family activity day
These Canadian statutory holidays are the perfect opportunity to get active outside with your kids