Topics: Active play

Keep your kids moving and learning with games like these, and they’ll return to the classroom in the fall with happy memories and sharp minds.

Indigenous nations and groups have diverse histories, traditions, and cultures—as well as games. This is one way non-Indigenous children can learn more about First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people.

Physical education (PE) and gym class are often used as synonyms. It’s an easy mistake to make because, stereotypically, many PE classes are all about playing sports in the gym. But the truth is the gymnasium is only one of the many locations used to teach physical education. Doing PE differently Sports are great and … Continued

This printable provides your kids with activity ideas for every season. It’s a great way to start the year in an active way!

With these creative ideas, a cardboard box will become so much more than that to your kids! It’ll serve as a play prompt for hours of fun.

With these helpful tips, your family will be prepared for a season of winter hikes!

It’s summer! If you’re looking for the perfect ingredients for backyard fun, add a pinch of friends and family, a dash of laughter, and a sprinkle of… sprinklers.

Fall means fewer daylight hours, but it doesn’t have to mean less outdoor play! These games and activities are fun to play in the dark.

From scavenger hunts to forts to obstacle courses, this list will help keep your kids active over March Break.

Active for Life is pleased to offer the following ready-made teaching units for educators, caregivers, and program leaders who want to deliver a logical series of physical literacy lessons to children in their care. With these modules, we’ve done the work for you. Simply find the age group for your children below, and then select … Continued

This isn’t just any winter bucket list—it incorporates fundamental movement skills to help your child with their physical development!

This fun and active bingo printable is a great way for kids to get moving over the winter holidays!

These safe and active games can keep your child from suffering complete boredom while they’re in a cast. (And save you from listening to the same television theme song for the 27th time.)

Soak up summer with a family beach day! These games will encourage your kids to play and move in all kinds of ways.

This printable is a great way to add some fun and movement to the lead-up to Christmas.

Halloween parties are a fun option for toddlers and preschoolers

Pull on some layers, grab a toque, and take a whiff of that pumpkin-spiced air. Cool but comfortable autumn weather invites your family to be active outdoors!

If you’re heading to the cabin or camping in the great outdoors this weekend, there are plenty of ways for your kids to have fun being active.

Chalk is a simple and inexpensive toy for kids of all ages! Try some of these fun sidewalk chalk games with your child this spring and summer.

Hula hoops are a great toy for kids. They’re simple, inexpensive, and offer so many fun ways to play.

Getting your kids moving throughout the day is simple with this handy printable.

The season provides unique opportunities to develop physical literacy

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.

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!