Teaching Young Children Through Movement

Catalog description

This course explores the foundations of physical activity for young children, with an emphasis on what to teach and how to create meaningful, developmentally appropriate movement experiences. Using a skill theme and movement concept approach, the course prepares students to support children’s motor development and physical activity experiences in school and community settings through hands-on learning, readings, discussions, assignments, and opportunities to design and lead activities for children. Students will gain practical experience and build confidence in fostering movement skills that promote health, enjoyment, and lifelong engagement in physical activity.