Do you think preschoolers need more physical activity in the school curriculum?

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881 viewsJuly 31, 2011

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Deirdre 0 July 30, 2011 0 Comments

I’m wondering what parents and teachers of preschoolers think about how much physical activity kids are getting these days.

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Developmentally speaking, I thought that is what “preschoolers” do naturally–play. I don’t know if play time is lacking in the preschool environment.

I remember when my son, who is now sixteen, went to preschool a lot of the learning activities involved playing and after they played they took out their blankets and had a nap.

Too, at that age (3-5) it is challenging to get them to sit for any extended period of time.

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I didnt’ think it was possible to make preschoolers sit. They will play no matter what, its what they do.

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Not necessarily – I think it is more crucial in later stages of development. Also, I believe in physical EDUCATION. (Not just the physical aspect) Many programs provide the activity without the proper education on movement and exercise can do for the body and the mind!

Fuel the Movement,
JM

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Preschoolers are active by nature. I agree that it will be hard to make them sit still. What is needed, is a good physical education program that will follow them into their rest of their school years, which will emphasize the importance of exercise and good nutrition.

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Would that only be possible. I have been a competitive cyclist for more years than I can count. Physical activity is so important. But we have to teach the parents, as well. Go for a walk with your kids. Cycle to the market. Climb the highest mountain you can find. Just be fit, and live it. Danny

Do you think preschoolers need more physical activity in the school curriculum?

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