Topics: Child development

Given the need for physical distancing, it can feel challenging to get kids active at school, but it’s not impossible! Try these activity ideas.

The resource, from the Child and Nature Alliance of Canada, offers tips and support for parents and teachers to explore nature with kids year-round.

The new school year presents an opportunity for schools to reimagine the school day and explore the use of outdoor learning and nature classrooms.

I’m a risk-taker, while my husband is much more risk-averse. The lifeguard approach to risky play can help reduce conflict between you and your partner.

Lots of kids fear trying new things. How can you help yours develop courage and build resilience? Try these nine strategies.

When kids have learned to love physical activity, it means that they’ve developed their own internal, intrinsic motivation to move.

According to a Canadian study in early child care centres, the benefits of adding more active play time into daily routines are more than just physical.

To understand the movement mechanics of fundamental movement skills (FMS), it’s helpful to see them performed. KIDDO has produced excellent videos that show children performing each skill at different stages of development. Check them out below! As you watch these videos, remember that skill learning depends on the child’s physical readiness. Children might be ready … Continued

If the only access to outdoor space your family has is a balcony or shared patio, you can bring nature indoors with these great crafts, activities, and books.

One activity that’s simple to plan, free, safe, and incredibly beneficial for our kids during this pandemic? Unstructured nature play.

To get kids outside and give them an all-over workout, here’s how you can create your own obstacle course.

The days are getting longer, the birds are singing, and my kids are full of energy. Thankfully, spring offers many opportunities for children to get moving outdoors.

Here’s my opinion on a few of the most popular channels—plus some tips to get the most out of YouTube yoga with your kids.

A new podcast from Harvard University is taking a deep dive into the brain science of early childhood.

Simply print out the dice, cut it, fold it, and glue it into a cube—then roll for an active challenge!

Puddles provide kids with opportunities to learn about movement, the natural world, and play. Here are some tips for soaking up puddle fun.

When children are provided more opportunities for active play, they become more motivated, confident, and competent to move. Active play and physical literacy help to build better brains.

Through yoga, kids learn how to find a sense of inner calm and self-esteem as well as developing flexibility, strength, and balance.

Few kids today meet the recommended guidelines for daily physical activity. Here’s what we can do about it.

The model helps early childhood educators incorporate activities that will encourage young children to develop physical literacy.

In contrast to typical metal or plastic play structures, natural playgrounds are designed to take advantage of landscaping and organic materials.

One key indicator is showing confidence while attempting new activities

It’s important that we offer babies lots of time to move their bodies freely, unrestrained by car seats, swings, or bouncy chairs. Learn why.

New research highlights the importance of fundamental movement skills, and shows why some kids gravitate towards sedentary activities.