When it comes to your little ones, playing sports does them a world of good, as it not only builds them up physically but also helps them develop valuable life skills. At Shaws Preschool, sports play a big role in the curriculum.
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Sports also play a big role in our children’s cognitive development. They sharpen brain function, improve hand-eye coordination, enhance spatial awareness, and ignite problem-solving abilities.
From running, jumping, and skipping, to kicking a ball or splashing in a pool, sports is the best way to physically develop your child. It creates the perfect opportunity for them to improve their motor skills, muscles, and overall physical fitness. Active participation in sports further helps your young champions to improve their coordination, agility, and endurance, setting them up for a lifetime of healthy and active living.
When your preschooler plays sports, they boost brain power, coordination, and spatial awareness. They learn to think fast, make split-second decisions, and solve problems with confidence. The best part? The cognitive skills they pick up on the playing field spill over into their overall learning and growth!
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for a team sport! Through team sports, they’ll learn useful social skills like communication, cooperation, teamwork and the art of good sportsmanship. These experiences help your little champions build strong relationships, develop respect for others, and work better with others.
When preschoolers participate in physical activities, they additionally experience a boost in self-esteem and confidence as they accomplish goals and conquer challenges. Learning the rules of a sport also teaches your little ones discipline, focus, and patience!
Sports offer your child priceless opportunities to experience success and the occasional stumble. When they face challenges, they build resilience, learn from their mistakes, and push forward.
As your preschooler engages in sports, they’ll develop strategic thinking and planning skills. These include learning to analyse situations, making decisions, picking the right players, and anticipating outcomes. Understanding the dynamics of the game becomes their secret weapon, enabling them to think of strategies to achieve their goals.
Through playing sports, kids learn to come up with new strategies to tackle challenges. For example, they might invent a unique way to dribble a ball. Sports also expose children to different scenarios, encouraging them to think outside the box and apply their creative problem-solving skills.
Introducing sports to your preschooler at an early age sparks
passion for physical activity that will burn bright throughout their
lives. As they engage in sports activities, they develop healthy habits and a love for staying active. Most importantly, sports are fun! They give preschoolers a great way to use their energy and make new friends.
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