Physical literacy

• Autores: Jorge Carlos Vivas, María Mendoza Muñoz
• Localización: Physical education in early childhood: movement and development from 3 to 6 years / coord. por Markel Rico González, 2025, ISBN 9781041016182
• Idioma: español
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• Resumen

  • This chapter explores the concept of physical literacy (PL) in preschool children, emphasizing its critical role in early childhood development and long-term health outcomes. It highlights the multidimensional nature of PL, which includes physical, cognitive, and emotional components, and emphasizes the importance of promoting PL through structured physical activity and skill development. It also reviews research demonstrating a positive association between higher levels of PL and increased physical activity, improved basic movement skills, and enhanced psychological well-being in young children. It identifies barriers to PL development, such as limited physical activity opportunities and inadequate educator training, and advocates for a multifaceted approach to promoting PL in early childhood settings. It also outlines future research directions, including the need for longitudinal studies and the development of comprehensive assessment tools to better understand and measure PL in preschool children. Overall, it presents a holistic framework for supporting the growth of physical literacy and laying the foundation for lifelong engagement in physical activity and its associated health benefits.