The preschool age seems to be decisive for the development of motor skills and probably
the most promising time-window in relation to improvement of motor skills. This trial …

Background Good motor skills are considered important for children's physical, social, and
psychological development, but the relationship is still poorly understood. Preschool age …

Introduction Data supports that motor skills are an underlying mechanism that influence
physical activity along with perceived motor and physical competence, but the relationship …

This study examined the feasibility, acceptability, and potential efficacy of a gross motor skill
program for toddlers. An 8-wk. skills program in which children practiced three skills was …

Background: Physical activity is positively related to motor abilities. Especially in childhood,
an active lifestyle is important to support healthy motor development. The low-threshold …

OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to systematically review evidence from
controlled trials on the efficacy of motor development interventions in young children …

Background Research suggests that children identified with impaired motor skills can
respond well to intensive therapeutic interventions delivered via occupational and physical …

The development of motor competencies is necessary for participation in the culture of sport,
exercise, and physical activity, which in turn supports the development of a healthy lifestyle …

Results: Seventeen studies met the inclusion criteria. More than half were controlled trials
(65%) and delivered at childcare settings or schools (65%). Three studies had high …

This study evaluated the effect of a 10-week fundamental motor skill programme in pre-
schoolers with motor problems. Alongside the general effect of the intervention, we also …