Encouraging children to be active should be something every parent should be doing. Some children require very little encouragement and others require that extra little push.

You can tempt children into being more active by playing with them outside doing fun activities. Play ball games with them. Often a parent playing with them is what they need. This seems obvious if you've got an only child that they may well want someone to play with, but even when there are siblings there are no guarantees they will play nicely together. By being involved with their play you can help children learn to play and share toys.

Climbing frames and outdoor toys are good for children's development! These are more solo toy activities for children and ideal for a variety of gardens as they are available in single swing size to huge garden filling climbing towers and activities.

Ensure children know how to share toys and how to take it in turns. If there are lots of rows between children then these rules need re-teaching. Ensuring your children have good manners is an essential part of parenting and one that's essential for their well being and development of social skills.