The Physical Development Needs Of Young Children

With Growing Concerns Over Declining Levels Of School Readiness And Physical Activity, This Book Highlights The Importance Of Quality Early Movement Experiences And Explores The Connection Between Poor Early Physical Development Opportunities And Later Difficulties In The Classroom. The Book Outlines The Physical Development Needs Of Babies, Toddlers And Young Children Up To The Age Of Eight, And Suggests Practical Ways In Which These Can Be Provided For. It Explores Key Concepts And Terms, Such As Physical Literacy, Fundamental Movement Skills, Sport, Physical Activity And Physical Education (pe), In Relation To Young Childrens Physical Development Needs And Discusses Age-appropriate Provision.