2.5y–4.2y12 minActive playFree playOutdoor
Many Ways to Move: Everyone Joins In
An inclusive movement ‘menu’ where you plans and offers active play in different forms (including seated/rolling options), so every child can participate—whether walking, using a wheelchair, or needing adaptations.
What you'll need
Essentials
- a soft ball (or rolled-up socks)
- 3 household ‘targets’ (bowl, laundry basket, empty box)
Nice to have
- paper and a marker (to draw a simple ‘move menu’)
- music (phone/radio) for a short dance option
Movement level: mild
What you'll do
The 4-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneExpresses own preferences and interests.Heart· 22mo–3y· core· Step 1
- MilestoneCan select and use activities and resources with help.Heart· 22mo–3y· stretch· Step 1
- MilestoneFocuses on self-chosen activityMind· 2.5y–4.2y· stretch· Steps 1, 2
- MilestoneStays focused during activityMind· 2.5y–3y· stretch· Step 2
What it practices
Where it comes from
- Source
- Development Matters in the EYFS (DfE, 2012)
- Original guidance
- “Plan so that children can be active in a range of ways, including while using a wheelchair.”
- License
- Open Government Licence v3.0
- Attribution
- © Crown Copyright 2012 (Development Matters in the EYFS, DfE)