What to expect...

Welcome to the Basics of Physical Literacy. In this course, we are going to be presenting basic physical literacy information for childcare leaders.

  • the elements of physical literacy

  • the essential benefits of physical literacy for children

  • how to apply physical literacy within a child care environment

  • examples of FMS (Fundamental Movement Skills)

Course curriculum

  1. 1
  2. 2

    • Intro to The Elements of Physical Literacy

    • What is Physical Literacy?

    • Active for Life - Public Service Announcement

    • Active for Life - Physical Literacy Life Cycle Poster

    • The 4 Elements of Literacy Overview

    • Physical Literacy Research & Resources
  3. 3

    • Intro to Why is Physical Literacy Important?

    • The Importance of Physical Literacy

    • HANDS UP- Introduction to Physical Literacy

    • HANDS UP - Exploring Physical & Health Literacy

    • HANDS UP - Applying Physical & Health Literacy

    • HANDS UP Research & Resources
  4. 4

    • Intro to FMS

    • What are Fundamental Movement Skills (FMS)?

    • Why is FMS important?

    • Throwing

    • Catching

    • Jumping

    • Running

    • Striking

    • Kicking

    • Agility

    • Balance

    • Coordination

    • FMS Research & Resources
  5. 5

    • Intro to Game for Physical Literacy

    • Plant the Trees: Warm-up Game

    • Volcanoes & Ice Cream Cones: Warm-up Game

    • Touchdowns Game

    • Frogs & Fish Game

    • Chuck the Chicken Game

    • Space Invaders Game

    • Physical Literacy Game Resources
  6. 6

Creator

Rogers Society

Rogers Society is a Community Centre located in Victoria, British Columbia that offers community programming, facility rentals, and out of school care.