Physical activity and outdoor play are essential components of a child's overall development. Research has consistently shown ...

The Journal of Education, Vol. 177, No. 2, Human Development and Education, Part II (1995), pp. 55-79 (25 pages) The purpose of this paper is to help fill the void that exists in the teacher ...

Certain elements of play contribute directly to children's physical and cognitive development. This helps them grow from curious kids into confident, intelligent, and physically capable young adults.

Good physical development (PD) practice starts in the setting, says Dr Lala Manners in this first part of a new series exploring how staff can increase knowledge and balance in-house activities with ...

Fathers are not just helpers for mothers but are important to children in their own right. Fathers contribute to children's physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being.

This user-friendly guide to supporting physical development in the Early Years Foundation Stage, aimed at trainees and early years professionals, promotes a holistic approach and draws on examples of ...

Researchers have found an association between physical fitness and the brain in 9- and 10-year-old children: Those who are more fit tend to have a bigger hippocampus and perform better on a test ...

A father’s poor mental health may harm child development, a new study has found. Here’s how fathers, too, can get the support they need.