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National Association of Physical Literacy

making physical literacy a reality by immersing children in the concepts of food as fuel, sport as play, mindfulness as happiness

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Impact of Physical Literacy

Posted by naplusa on February 21, 2017February 22, 2017

Giving children the opportunity to learn fundamental movement skills makes it possible for them to feel successful in sport, which improves their behavior and increases their confidence, which in turn boosts their desire to explore new sports and stay healthy and active for life.

Our studies have shown physical literacy makes a significant, long term difference.

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