Movement Matters
Think of gross motor play as the behind-the-scenes work of childhood. It’s why your preschooler spins in circles before dinner, or your six-year-old can’t stop scaling the back of the couch.
These big-body movements build everything from coordination and spatial awareness to attention span and core strength. These skills support academic readiness just as much as a bookshelf of leveled readers.
Research indicates that gross motor development continues well into the elementary years, influencing various aspects of physical development, including balance, posture, fine motor control, and executive function.
The takeaway? Children need consistent access to movement, not just during recess, but woven into their everyday activities.
The good news is that it doesn’t require a gym to make that happen.
From cozy crash pads to indoor climbers, sensory swings to stairs that do more than lead somewhere, @greenwich_play specializes in elevating the everyday so your child has the freedom to move and grow, all in one connected space.
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