Children rarely separate moving, playing and learning in the way adults do. A walk can become a treasure hunt. A scooter ride can turn into a game of spotting colours. A trip to the park can involve counting, balancing, problem-solving, storytelling and exploring, often without children realising they are learning at all. That is the beauty of active play. Active play gives children opportunities to move their bodies while exploring the world around them. And it doesn't need

Written by Sarah Billingham from Confident Kids, a specialist teacher who gives parents the practical tools to support their children.