“physical literacy”
Active for Life – Richard Monette:
10 ways raising a physically literate child is like raising a reader
1. Make reading/physical literacy a family value2. Let them read what they enjoy/do the physical activities they enjoy
3. Be sure they are reading/playing at an appropriate level
4. Don’t use reading/physical activity as a punishment.
5. Give books/equipment as a gift
6. Let your kids see you read/be active for fun
7. Don’t over-correct, don’t over-practice
8. Point out words/physical activity everywhere
9. Set aside time for kids to read/be active on their own
10. Fun, fun, and more fun
10 ways raising a physically literate child is like raising a reader
While I hate the pompous term “physical literacy”, there is some good advice in that article.
via B.C. Gymnastics
… 108 page guide …
Through participation in performance gymnastics children and youth are exposed to a variety of new physical skills. In addition to these physical skills, “they learn goal-setting, personal development, discipline and how to grow from failure. All of these confidence-boosting abilities transfer well to school, social activities and other sports.” …
Recreational Gymnastics 
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