GOAL 3

Physical skills refer to abilities related to the body, that is, motor proficiency and the capacity to perform specific movements. These may include, for example, running, jumping, throwing, balance, coordination, endurance, strength, and flexibility.

Social: Refers to skills related to functioning within a group, managing interactions with others, communication, cooperation, conflict resolution, and relationship building.

Emotional: Includes skills related to recognizing and understanding one’s own emotions and the emotions of others, as well as regulating and expressing them appropriately.

Cognitive refers to anything related to cognition, cognitive processes, the mind, and human cognitive abilities. It encompasses all mental functions such as perception, memory, thinking, reasoning, decision-making, learning, and awareness.

Play involving elements of running refers to activities in which a child moves at a fast pace—that is, running—often combined with other types of movement such as dodging obstacles, chasing, stopping, or changing direction. Running is one of the basic forms of natural movement for children and an important part of their physical development.

Play with elements of “socialization” is play that helps children learn social contacts and relationships — that is, how to cooperate, communicate, share, resolve conflicts, and understand others.

Play with elements of “thinking” is an activity that engages the child in cognitive processes — that is, thinking, analyzing, problem-solving, and decision-making during play.

Play with elements of “game with rules” is an activity in which the child participates in play or a game that has specific rules to follow.

Using equipment with elements of “cardio” means using devices that help a child or adult perform aerobic physical activity during play or exercise, increasing heart rate and improving heart and circulatory system efficiency