Use age-specific guidance and adapt activities to the child. Read the points below, then use each linked situation to practise a decision.
Spread young children’s play across the day
For ages one to four, UK guidance recommends at least 180 minutes of activity spread across the day, including light activity.
The time includes ordinary active play, not three continuous hours of organised sport.
Use the older-child recommendation
For ages five to eighteen, UK general guidance aims for an average of at least 60 minutes of moderate or vigorous activity daily across the week.
The guidance is an average across the week, with varied activities.
Adapt movement to the child
Activities should suit age, ability, and experience. Disability or a health condition may call for different guidance and support.
Movement plans should be manageable and appropriate to the individual.
Read it. Try it. Come back to why.
Original reflection: choose one everyday situation in your family and discuss which small change you could make. Use the linked questions to revisit the explanation.
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