Hands up for health and physical literacy
This video, produced by Ophea, introduces the concepts of physical and health literacy to children between the ages of 4 and 9. A general overview of both terms is introduced and defined in order to help children and youth build the ground-level knowledge needed to lead a healthy and active life every day. Part 1: … Continued
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
Introduction to physical literacy
Sport for Life is committed to implementing the practice of developing physical literacy across the country. Physical literacy occurs when individuals acquire the skills and confidence that allows them to enjoy a variety of sports and physical activities. The Introduction to Physical Literacy (PDF) lists the fundamental movement skills – travelling skills, object control skills, … Continued
Connecting physical literacy and physical education (video)
PHE Canada has been our country’s premier professional organization for physical and health educators for 80 years. Its members are predominantly educators and administrators involved in the school system, training and researching in physical and health education. This video explains the connection between physical education, physical literacy, and community sport participation. It also shows how … Continued
The Active Start program from the Pacific Institute for Sport Excellence
The Pacific Institute for Sport Excellence (PISE) is a leader in development, innovative programming, education, and research involving high performance sport. PISE benefits athletes, coaches, students, and the wider Victoria community through its personnel and facilities. The Active Start program targets children up to the age of 6 years. Through a variety of activities and … Continued
The ACCtive Start session planner from Athletic Community Centres
Athletic Community Centres (ACC) is a non-profit organization that provides health- and fitness-related knowledge and services at the grassroots level. ACC collaborates with municipalities, schools, and local sports organizations to promote and support physical activity initiatives. ACC’s Athletic Training programs focus on balance, coordination, flexibility, strength, endurance, and speed. At the early stages, it’s all about … Continued
Get physical literacy on the agenda with BACK P.A.C.
You can join a Parent Advisory Council or join the Governing Board to bring the topic of physical activity and physical literacy onto the agenda at your child’s school during regular Governing Board meetings. The topics can include such things as PE curriculum and the importance of daily physical activity within the school setting (class, … Continued
LEAP BC’s Move family resource
The Move family resource promotes physical activity, early literacy, and healthy eating for children from birth to age three. It offers more than 40 activities directed at infants (birth–12 months) and toddlers (1–3 years). By using this resource as a guide, and by giving your child an early start in activities that target movement, communication, … Continued
LEAP BC’s Hop family resource
The Hop Family Resource encourages physical movement, verbal activities, early literacy, and healthy eating. The resource helps children (3–5 years) learn through active play. It offers 40 activities that address physical activity, literacy, and healthy eating, as well as a number of interactive “Let’s make” exercises to further enhance development. Each activity outlines how it … Continued