Preschool playtime boosts health smarts, study finds
NCT ID NCT07624695
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether adding special play-based lessons about movement, food, and the environment to preschool routines could improve young children's health knowledge and motor skills. 160 children aged 3 to 6 took part, with some classes doing the extra activities and others sticking to their usual program. Researchers measured changes in gross motor skills, food literacy, and environmental literacy before and after the program.
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Sport and Exercise Sciences Research Unit, Department of Psychology, Educational Science and Human Movement, University of Palermo
Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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