- Build an obstacle course
- Play a game of catch
- Try a game of hockey using pool noodles instead of sticks
- Draw a hopscotch grid using sidewalk chalk
- Play a game of What Time is it Mr. Wolf?
- Visit a local skating rink or splash pad
- Make the letters of the alphabet in the air using their hands and feet
- Try balancing a bean bag on your hand, shoulder or head while walking around
- Play a game of Simon Says
- Go for a nature scavenger hunt around the neighbourhood
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