Posts about Physical Activity
4 Afterschool Organizations That Champion Inclusion for All
When the bell rings at the end of the school day, 10.2 million children file into afterschool programs to participate in fun and enriching learning experiences.
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7 Fun Games and Activities That Promote Balance and Coordination
Balance and coordination are two of the most important gross motor skills in a child’s physical development.
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10+ Enriching Activities to Try This March
Looking for fun learning activities for March? From Read Across America Day to Pi Day to the first day of spring, there are endless activities that you can provide for students in your afterschool program.
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What You Need to Know About the NAA HEPA Standards for OST Programs
High-quality after-school programs do more than provide supervised care for students after the school day ends. They’ve evolved to also support whole-child development, including teaching students healthy behaviors that will carry on into adulthood.
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5 Proven Ways to Build Social Skills on the Playground
The playground is an essential part of every afterschool program. And while there’s no denying their physical benefits, playgrounds also offer many opportunities to build valuable social and emotional skills.
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Using Yoga to Promote Social-Emotional Development
It’s no secret that yoga offers a range of physical benefits for students including improved flexibility, strength and coordination.
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Using Dance to Boost Social-Emotional Skills
When we consider the benefits of dancing, we often think about how it supports physical development in students.
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How to Use Urban Farming to Improve Food Security
Did you know that 1 in 7 Americans live in food-insecure households? That means that 41.2 million people - including 6.5 million children - struggle to get enough to eat on a consistent basis.
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7 Ways Program Leaders Can Encourage Healthy Eating
Proper nutrition is important during childhood in order to help children thrive and grow.
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Summer Safety: How to Protect Children’s Skin from the Sun
We all need some sun exposure, but too much can hurt. Unprotected skin can be damaged by the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays in as little as 15 minutes, causing suntan or even sunburn. Because July and August are the two hottest months of the year north of the equator, it’s a fitting time to look at ways to help children prevent sunburns and learn how to enjoy fun in the sun safely.
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