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Recommended Time for Physical ActivityToddlers: 1 through 2 years old
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60–90 minutes* or more of physical activity per 8 hour day with opportunities for moderate-to-vigorous physical activity.
60–90 minutes of daily outdoor time in a safe setting supervised by an adult.
- Include both structured and unstructured physical activity.
60–90 minutes of daily outdoor time in a safe setting supervised by an adult.
It is important to encourage participation in physical activities that are appropriate for their age, that are fun, and that offer variety.
Preschoolers: 3 through 5 years old
120 minutes* or more of physical activity per 8 hour day with opportunities for moderate-to-vigorous physical activity.
60–90 minutes of daily outdoor time in a safe setting supervised by an adult.
- Include both structured and unstructured physical activity.
60–90 minutes of daily outdoor time in a safe setting supervised by an adult.
It is important to encourage participation in physical activities that are appropriate for their age, that are fun, and that offer variety. Indoor activities appropriate for preschool-age children should become more complex and can include playing Simon Says, freeze dancing, and Ring-Around-the-Rosy.
Outdoor activities may include jumping rope, using a hula hoop, and playing Red Light/Green Light or Hide-and-Seek.
Outdoor activities may include jumping rope, using a hula hoop, and playing Red Light/Green Light or Hide-and-Seek.
Developing Physical Activity Policies
Consider the following areas when developing policies that will impact your child care program's physical activity environment:
Playtime
o How much time should be allowed for active play?
o How long should children be inactive at one time?
o How much time should be allowed for active play?
o How long should children be inactive at one time?
Play environment
o What types of equipment, both permanent and movable, are needed or offered?
o How much TV time should children be allowed each day?
o What types of equipment, both permanent and movable, are needed or offered?
o How much TV time should children be allowed each day?
Learning about physical activity
o What education do you provide for children, parents and staff?
o What education do you provide for children, parents and staff?
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