Children use their senses and bodies to explore their physical
environment. They investigate an
d practice with intensity the
motions that lead to the mastery of fine and large motor tasks. How a child learns to sit, walk or hold a spoon has implication
s
for how the child understands space, coordinates thinking and
holds a pencil. Children often describe their competence accordin
g
to their physical accomplishments.
Children enthusiastically explore how to mo
ve their bodies. Children may need encouragement to adapt sensible health habits.
They appreciate learning how to enhance their strength, balance, muscle control and coordination.
Young children’s future health and well-being are directly re
lated to strengthening their large and small muscles, using their
sensory experiences and practicing healthy behavior.