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, caregiver, or program leader, please visit our Pro Resources section.
Learn more about physical literacy
- What is physical literacy?
- Introduction to physical literacy
- Checklists to assess your child’s level of physical literacy
Do activities that develop physical literacy
- Activities for babies and toddlers ages 0-3 years
- Activities for preschool and elementary school children
- Fun ways to be active at home
- KidActive mobile app with activities and games
Print these resources
- Printable Recipe for an Active Day (At Home)
- Children’s daily activity log sheet
- Printable activity dice game
- 6 active games you can play with a game of socks
- A printable outline to help kids plan their own day
