Should Toddlers Play Sports? The Answer May Surprise You

Health Line – Staff Writer

After all, physical activity encourages mental and emotional development. Sports are also great for socialization and practicing fine and gross motor skills. But are toddlers really ready for sports? The answer, in most cases, is no. “Before age 6 years, most children do not have the basic motor skills for organized sports,” according to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). Here’s everything we know about sports for kids.

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