Gross motor skills are foundational to learning. More and more studies show that gross motor activities are instrumental in learning academic skills such as reading and math. As preschoolers, children have a strong need to use their large muscles frequently throughout their day. (We all know what life with a cooped up preschooler can be like!)
There are many benefits of including frequent large muscle activities throughout the day - including the development of the following skills: muscle memory, coordination, balance and spatial awareness. The body and the brain work together and both need to be exercised in order to grow physically and academically.
In addition to free time to play and romp in the gym and outdoors, the children in the Bluebirds and Robins class enjoy a daily P.E. class with Mr. Ty.
