Simple Motor Competence-check for Kids (SMC-Kids), a simple motor control assessment tool for preschoolers (IMAGE)

Meijo University

Simple Motor Competence-check for Kids (SMC-Kids), a simple motor control assessment tool for preschoolers

Caption

Researchers develop SMC-Kids that uses two exercises, a 10 m shuttle run and a paper ball throw, to estimate locomotor and object control skills. This easy-to-use tool can provide accurate results for educators and caregivers to understand and support motor development in children.

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"Group of five happy children jumping outdoors." by Lighttruth

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