Posts about Physical Activity (3)

4 Afterschool Organizations That Champion Inclusion for All

4 Afterschool Organizations That Champion Inclusion for All

At the end of the school day, 10 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

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

10+ Enriching Activities to Try This 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.

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What You Need to Know About the NAA HEPA Standards for OST Programs

What You Need to Know About the NAA HEPA Standards for OST Programs

High-quality after-school programs have evolved to support whole-child development, teaching students healthy behaviors that will carry on into adulthood.

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5 Proven Ways to Build Social Skills on the Playground

5 Proven Ways to Build Social Skills on the Playground

Playgrounds also offer many opportunities to build valuable social and emotional skills.

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Using Yoga to Promote Social-Emotional Development

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

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

How to Use Urban Farming to Improve Food Security

Many American households live in food-insecure households, in which they struggle to get adequate food to eat.

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7 Ways Program Leaders Can Encourage Healthy Eating

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

Summer Safety: How to Protect Children’s Skin from the Sun

Ways to help children prevent sunburns while enjoying fun in the sun safely.

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