- Instead of bean bags: crumpled up balls of paper, nylon dish scrubbers, sponges or pool noodle discs
- Instead of scarves: dish cloths, bandanas, hand towels or a cut up bed sheet
- Instead of balls: stuffed animals or pet toys
- Instead of nets: pylons, tape on a wall, a hula hoop or basket on the floor
- Instead of scoops: large serving spoons, plastic bowls or measuring cups
Course Menu
- Physical Activity and Early Childhood: Building Lifelong Habits
- Learning Objectives
- About the Best Start Resource Centre
- Theory Review – Move / Sweat / Step
- Theory Review – Sleep
- Theory Review – Sit / Screen Time
- Theory Review – Benefits
- Physical Activity for Infants (0-18 months)
- Activity Ideas for Infants
- Physical Activity for Toddlers (1.5 – 2.5 years old)
- Activity Ideas for Toddlers
- Physical Activity for Preschoolers (2.5 – 4 years old)
- Activity Ideas for Preschoolers
- Physical Activity for Kindergarten-aged Children (4-6 years old)
- Activity Ideas for Kindergarten-aged Children
- Tips for Families
- Tips for Families
- Tips for Professionals
- Tips for Professionals
- Tips for Physical Activity
- Modification Ideas
- Modification Ideas
- Modification Ideas
- Equipment Suggestions
- Website Review
- Personal Action Planning
- Personal Action Planning
- Thank You