In considering how best to support the development of strong and resilient children, it is important to be clear about what the attributes of a strong child are. A strong child has fortitude and resilience, is often supple and lithe and is a risk taker by nature. Children are born with an innate desire to move and respond to stimuli, but there is much we can do to support the development of co-ordination, agility and strength.
It's likely that your outdoor space will already include features and objects that children will use to develop their physical strength, so there are two ways you can enhance this. Firstly, by becoming more aware of what your outdoor space affords in the way of physical challenges and secondly, by providing more or a wider range of opportunities.
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