Early childhood educators have a vital role to play in supporting physical development. This includes:
◦ providing regular opportunities to use senses, exercise muscles, and develop coordination; thoughtful planning to ensure that all areas are addressed; and making appropriate comments and asking questions that encourage participation.
◦ providing an excellent and safe outdoor environment and regularly contacting experts in children's physical development to provide special classes like ballet and gymnastics.
◦ providing regular planned exercise classes, and giving appropriate tests to evaluate children's level of achievement.
◦ providing competitive games and events to challenge children to reach their full potential.