Category: Movement Skills

Dedicated to early years physical development

Movement Skills

Why movement matters

A new online physical development course has been launched by NZ based Moving Smart – activematters is delighted to support this initiative and would encourage anyone caring for young children to engage – easy to follow and including excellent visuals – students can download a wide range of materials to support their practice and parenting.

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Why Hopscotch Matters

movingsmartblog | Gill Connell Hopscotch was one of my favorite games as a child and it still is today. In fact, Hopscotch proves one of my pet theories that (in most cases) what’s fun for kids is good for kids. ...

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Learning to Swim on Dry Land!

movingsmart blog | GILL CONNELL | CHERYL MCCARTHY AN INTRODUCTION TO WATER No matter the age, comfort and confidence in the water is a mandatory first step in achieving safety, relaxation, proficiency, and enjoyment in...

What Cardboard Boxes Can Teach Kids

Moving Smart | http://movingsmartblog.blogspot.co.uk Like red rubber balls and teddy bears, broccoli refusals, skipping rope, sticky fingers, boo boo kisses, bath time pouts, and nighty night tuck ins, I think cardboard...

Physical Activity and Play for Toddlers

Infant & Toddler Forum | Physical Activity and Play for Toddlers Three hours of physical activity each day are recommended Children of all ages should be active – it is vital for their physical and mental health and...

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