"I just want to move": preschool children's perspectives on their physical literacy.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Movement is important for preschool-aged children's development. Developing physical literacy at an early age can benefit children's health and their relationship with movement and physical activity in the long term. This study aimed to explore preschool children's perspectives on their physical literacy, focusing on its core components: knowledge and understanding, motivation, self-confidence, and physical competence.

Methods

A qualitative study was conducted at six Swedish preschools, with 25 preschool children aged five to six years as participants. Semi-structured interviews were carried out, and the interviews were audio- and video-recorded, transcribed, and analysed through a deductive content analysis.

Results

Children want to move and enjoy movement

SUBMITTER: Borglund L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12924250 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature