Why Must I Take Exercise?
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What’s inside...
One of a series of titles aimed at Key Stage 1 readers which explain the importance of various aspects of looking after your body.
Why read this book
- Encourages physical activity through fun storytelling.
- Highlights benefits of exercise for young readers.
- Engaging illustrations captivate and motivate.
- Supports early development of healthy habits.
Discussion points
Why do you think exercise is important for our bodies?
What are some fun ways we can stay active together?
How do you feel after you've been playing outside or doing physical activity?
Can you think of a time when exercise helped you feel better or stronger?
Which exercises or sports in the book would you like to try?
Tip: Role play these questions
Lead by example and share your own experiences with exercise, highlighting the benefits you've noticed.
Encourage your child to describe what they enjoy about physical activity, fostering a positive attitude towards exercise.
Discuss the various types of exercise mentioned in the book and explore options available in your community, from sports teams to dance classes.
Set a family exercise goal, like a daily walk or weekend bike ride, making exercise a fun and anticipated part of your routine together.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Physical Activity
Explanation: The book emphasizes the significance of exercise for maintaining a healthy body. Through various characters, it showcases different forms of physical activities that children can engage in.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in physical education classes at school, joining sports teams, or simply playing active games with friends and family.
Example Lesson: Building Healthy Habits
Explanation: Jackie Gaff illustrates how regular exercise can become a fun and integral part of daily routines. Characters in the book make exercise a regular part of their day, showing its feasibility.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to incorporate small exercise routines into their daily lives, such as a morning stretch or a walking school bus.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Social Skills
Explanation: The book portrays characters engaging in group exercises which teach the value of working together and supporting each other.
Real-World Application: This lesson is applicable in the real world as children participate in team sports or group activities. It helps them understand the value of cooperation and mutual support.
Example Lesson: Setting and Achieving Goals
Explanation: Through structured activities and challenges, the characters set fitness goals which they achieve through perseverance and dedication.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to set personal goals, whether in academics, sports, or hobbies, and work persistently towards achieving them, gaining a sense of accomplishment.