Any kinds of physical activity count, whether it’s going for a walk or cycle, playing in the park or indoors, being active is fun and good for health.
Play is an important part of a child’s early learning. Playing helps children to develop their communication and social skills, physically active play of any kind is good for their health and happiness.
For free information and tools to download try The Play Scotland resource library. The Play Scotland library supports play in lots of ways for all children and young people; and includes ideas for play at home, in care and learning environments and in the community.
Try and limit the amount of time your child has access to screen time. This includes watching TV, playing games consoles and using smartphones & tablets.
Take a closer look by visiting Play Scotland and NHS Inform Physical activity guidelines | NHS inform
NHS Lanarkshire have produced a series of (free!) fun activity videos which the whole family can take part in from home.
Early Years – Primary 3
Session 1 – Watch on YouTube
Session 2 – Watch on YouTube
Session 3 – Watch on YouTube
Primary 4 – Primary 7
Session 1 – Watch on YouTube
Session 2 – Watch on YouTube
Session 3 – Watch on YouTube
Young People aged 12+
Session 1 – Watch on YouTube
Session 2 – Watch on YouTube
Session 3 – Watch on YouTube
To find out more click on the link below
PDF and Printable sheets
- Physical Activity for Early Years: birth to 5 years (UK Chief Medical Officer)
- Physical Activity for Children and Young People: 5 – 18 years (UK Chief Medical Officer)