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Parents on the Concept of Physical Literacy: What Do They Know, What Do They Do, and What Do They Want?

Physical literacy development in early childhood, viewed by many as the foundation for lifelong physical activity engagement, is significantly influenced by parents. Our aim was to explore parents' understanding of physical literacy and gain insight into their perspectives on physical literacy promotion.

Citation:
Simpson A, Jackson B, Thornton AL, Rosenberg M, Ward B, Roberts P, Derbyshire A, Budden T. Parents on the Concept of Physical Literacy: What Do They Know, What Do They Do, and What Do They Want? J Sport Exerc Psychol. 2024;46(2):100-10.

Keywords:
Child development; early childhood; parenting; physical activity

Abstract:
Physical literacy development in early childhood, viewed by many as the foundation for lifelong physical activity engagement, is significantly influenced by parents. Our aim was to explore parents' understanding of physical literacy and gain insight into their perspectives on physical literacy promotion.