ECED 2105 Lecture Notes - Lecture 14: Dental Caries, Depth Perception, Motor Skill
26 Jan 2017
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Even though children progress naturally through physical development, it is still important for early childhood teachers to stress the importance of movement and physical activity, as well as health concepts into the daily curriculum. Physical development includes fine motor skills which involve the small muscles of the hands and fingers, as well as gross motor skills which involve the large muscles of the arms, legs, and torso. There are numerous activities that can be incorporated into the daily routine that can enhance development in these areas. Teachers should take into account the individual differences in children when they integrate materials and activities into the classroom. Health and nutrition is also an area that can be discussed with children during mealtime, routines, such as hand washing, and indoor and outdoor play. Childhood obesity has become an area of concern. By promoting movement, health, and physical activity in the classroom, children learn how they can help their bodies.
