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Mobile infants, babies old enough to crawl and learning to walk, who spend time in child care centers can benefit from physical activities aimed at their age and development levels. When planning activities, remember that infants learn very differently from older children. According to the Child Development Lab (CDL) at the University of Illinois, infants begin to understand and interact with their environment at the same time that they learn to stand, crawl, and walk with support.

The Maine Department of Education states that effective early childhood physical education activities, those for preschool aged children, should promote long-term healthy habits and contribute to the entire learning process. This is why many preschool physical education activities focus on imagination and games as well as being physically fit. While each physical education class is different, the same goals are sought to be met and every activity has purpose.

Providing daily physical activity for your toddler is an important part of helping him meet development milestones. The National Association for Sport and Physical Education says toddlers should be involved in structured physical activities for at least 30 minutes daily and that this activity can be spread throughout the day. By playing the following games and activities with him, you will be encouraging his motor skills and creating memories together.