Movement for children is so important for children because it helps their brains grow and develop. The more they move, the better their brains can learn how to make connections between neurons that are necessary for everything. Your child’s movement is the result of their curiosity and desire to explore. Movement is a natural way for your child to learn about themselves, others, and the world around them. It helps children develop motor skills, coordination, balance, strength and endurance. The more time they spend moving freely – especially when supervised by an adult – the healthier their bodies will be now and later in life! This blog post covers what you need to know about how movement can help your little one thrive as they grow up. Join me on this journey as we explore how adults can encourage healthy habits in young ones with fun games that promote physical activity!
Why is Movement Important for Children?
Movement is important for children. It helps them to develop their coordination, balance and social skills. Children also need exercise to help their bodies grow strong and healthy. Your child is exploring and learning about his world through play. Movement helps children to grow physically, cognitively, socially, emotionally and intellectually. Children need a lot of movement for healthy development so it’s important that you provide lots of opportunities for physical activity every day!
Some ways you can help your child get more movement include: playing games like “tag” or “hide ‘n’ seek,” running around outside in the backyard or taking walks together in the park. You could also do some dance moves with them too! If they’re older, keep up with their favorite TV show while doing squats – a great way to burn calories!
And don’t forget this one–it may seem silly but kids love bubbles which involves lots of movement.
Types of Movements for Children
The most common types of movements for children and teens are rolling, crawling, creeping and walking. It’s important to know the differences between these four stages of movement so you can help your child or teen develop his/her skills in each area. We’ll go into detail about what happens during each stage below!
These types of movements a child can do, and growing up increases their abilities. Rolling is the first type of movement that babies start doing when they’re learning to control their limbs. Rolling is a reflexive type of movement that helps babies learn to turn over when they’re lying on their stomachs. Once infants get stronger, crawling starts becoming more natural for them as well as creeping. Moving on all fours with elbows bent and knees straight in order to move quickly or stealthily (or both). As children grow older enough to walk upright without assistance, walking becomes another way they learn how best suit themselves through mobility. While running may not be quite so necessary but it does allow kids an excellent opportunity for exercise!
Let’s talk about how you can create more movement for your children and teens. Call me for more information or to schedule a consultation. We’re here to help!
Emem Iniobong is a Brandon MB, Canadian Certified Counsellor that helps children, teens, young adults, parents, and families in dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, parenting support to live a more fulfilled and bliss-full life.