I Move We Move - Good For Kids - NSW Government
I Move We Move - Good For Kids - NSW Government
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Setting up equipment to promote<br />
physical activity<br />
Bringing different types of equipment together in specific set-ups and combinations is a great way<br />
to encourage development of fundamental movement skills. It is also important to regularly change<br />
the arrangement of equiptment so that opportunities to promote physical activity remain fresh and<br />
exciting for children.<br />
Use materials within the centre to make obstacle courses e.g. witches hats, cones/markers or chairs.<br />
Combine two materials e.g. footprints and bean bags to promote use of different skills such as<br />
walking, running and jumping. You could also use containers such as margarine and ice-cream tubs<br />
for children to step over. Attach containers to equipment or the floor with electrical tape or duct tape.<br />
See The Physical Activity Handbook – Preschoolers (Tables 1 and 6, pages P.2 and<br />
P.10) for some fun and creative ways to set up equipment.<br />
Opportunities to explore physical<br />
activity outdoors<br />
In the outdoor environment there are endless possibilities for children to be physically active.<br />
Outdoor active play offers children the opportunity to structure their own play, to explore, and<br />
provides them with more room to move freely. Here we provide a few suggestions to encourage<br />
physical activity in the outdoor environment.<br />
More detailed examples can be found in The Physical Activity Handbook –<br />
Preschoolers (Tables 1 and 6, pages P.2 and P.10).<br />
Bike paths<br />
Include speed humps, cones, crossings and ‘Give Way’ signs to encourage various types of movement.<br />
Grassed areas<br />
These allow for running, rolling, crawling or ball games.<br />
Gardening<br />
Having a digging patch allows children to be involved in active gardening experiences (e.g. digging,<br />
planting and watering) which increases their strength and coordination.<br />
I <strong>Move</strong> <strong>We</strong> <strong>Move</strong>, The Guide Edition 1 August 2009<br />
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