Physical Education Standards
In terms of official guidelines and standards, state early learning standards emphasize two elements of physical development: overall health and well-being, and motor development; these refer to children’s ability to efficiently control, coordinate, and move large and small muscle groups. The NASPE guidelines describe broad goals about time for structured and unstructured activity, skill development, access to safe physical environments, and adult support. Table 8.1 displays the NASPE guidelines for children up to age 5.