Provide an environment supportive of physical activity and active play.

Sample Activities:

• Incorporate movement activities into the curriculum.
• Limit sedentary time for children.
• Provide structured and unstructured opportunities for physical activity, to include active play.
• Provide developmentally appropriate toys and equipment for physical activity and active play.
• Encourage staff to participate in physical activity and play time with children.

Tools:

Color Me Healthy

NAP SACC

SPARK

Kids in Action: Fitness for Children birth-age five

NASPE Appropriate Movement Practices for Children Ages 3-5

Animal Trackers: Physical Activity and Motor Skills for children ages 3-5

Best Practices for Nutrition, Physical Activity & Screen Media in Child Care Settings

Making Delaware Early Child Care Environments Healthier