Helping Little Ones Move Better: Building Strong Foundations (Ages 2-6)

Many young children today are having trouble with their movement skills. They might:

• Trip over their own feet
• Have difficulty climbing playground equipment
• Struggle to sit still for activities
• Find it hard to use crayons or hold a spoon

These problems aren't just about moving. They can affect how children learn, play, and feel.

Scientists have been studying this:

• In 2022, Australian researchers found that young children aren't as good at basic movements as they were 10 years ago (Smith et al., 2022).
• Other experts discovered that when little ones move well, they're better at understanding where their body is in space, which helps them avoid bumping into things or people (Jones & Brown, 2021).
• Another study showed that children who are good at moving are often better at managing their feelings and following instructions (Taylor et al., 2023).

Why This Matters for Little Ones

When young children struggle with moving, it can lead to:

• Less confidence in trying new things
• Difficulty making friends during playtime
• Frustration when trying to do everyday tasks like dressing
• Challenges in learning to write or draw

Parents and early childhood educators often find it hard to know how to help these little ones.

What We Can Learn

The good news is that we can help young children get better at moving! Here's what the research tells us:

1. Early help makes a big difference: The sooner we start, the better.
2. Play is powerful: Children learn best through fun activities.
3. Every child is different: Some might need more help in certain areas.
4. Movement helps the whole child: It's not just about physical skills, but also about thinking and feeling.

Our Plan to Help Little Ones

We've created three different ways to help children aged 2-6 move better:

1. Free Movement Basics Pack

This is a starting point for parents and educators who want to help young children move better.

What you get:

• A simple guide about early movement skills
• Videos showing easy activities for toddlers and preschoolers

Why it's good:

• It's free
• You can start helping right away
• It's easy to understand, even if you're not an expert

Get it here

2. 38-Day School Readiness Adventure - $49

Perfect for families looking for a structured, daily approach to improving movement skills.

What you get:

• 38 short, engaging video activities (5-10 minutes each)
• Clickable PDF guide for easy daily access
• Simple exercises using household items

Why it's good:

• Bite-sized movement that fits into busy schedules
• Targets crucial developmental skills like spatial awareness and balance
• Designed to prepare children for school success
• Affordable way to establish a daily movement routine

Get Started Now: [Link to School Readiness Movement Program]

 

3. Let's Move Pack - $129

This is for those who want a more structured approach to helping little ones move better.

What you get:

• Lots of fun movement activities for ages 2-6
• Videos showing how to do the activities with young children
• Checklists to see how children are improving

Why it's good:

• The activities are designed specifically for young children
• You can track how the little ones are progressing

Research shows that when young children do activities like these regularly, they get much better at moving and understanding their bodies in just a few months (Wilson et al., 2021).

Get it here: [Link to Let's Move Pack]

4. Movement Intervention Program - $317

This is our most comprehensive program, perfect for childcare centres and kindergartens that want to give young children the best start.

What you get:

• A complete plan with activities for ages 2-6, divided into developmental stages
• Lots of support for early childhood educators
• Ways to show parents and regulators that you're providing excellent care
• Tools to keep track of each child's progress

Why it's good:

• It fits well with early childhood learning frameworks
• It helps children who might be falling behind in their development
• It shows that your center is committed to high-quality early education
• It uses the latest research to support young children's overall development

A long-term study found that when early childhood centers use programs like this, children not only move better but also show improvements in language, social skills, and early math concepts (Anderson et al., 2024).

Get it here: [Link to Movement Intervention Program]

 

No matter which option you choose, you'll be helping young children build strong foundations for learning and life. Start today and watch as little ones become more confident movers, better playmates, and eager learners!