In Section 4: Program Delivery, you learned that recreational activities play an important role in promoting healthful, active lifestyles for youth. Recreational activities that incorporate physical fitness or movement can encourage positive values, improve social skills, teach responsibility, and promote lifelong healthy habits.
Directions: Staff members can use this tool in conjunction with Tool 71: Sample Activity Planner to develop high-quality recreational programs. For each activity being offered, answer the questions to help your program meet the characteristics of high-quality recreational activities listed below.