DIY Home Exercise Activity Cards Printables

Keeping kids active is essential for their health and development, but finding fun ways to encourage movement can sometimes be a challenge.

three digital page images of daily exercises

Physical activity supports not only strength and coordination but also focus, confidence, and emotional well-being. Whether at home, in the classroom, or during therapy sessions, simple movement exercises can help kids build lifelong healthy habits while having fun.

A printable set is available that provides an easy way to get kids moving. It includes a set of exercise cards featuring high skip jumps, a poster highlighting ten benefits of exercise, and a daily movement guide with simple ways to add physical activity into a child’s routine. These materials make it easy for parents, teachers, and therapists to introduce movement breaks throughout the day.

Beyond structured exercises, there are many creative ways to encourage kids to stay active. Simple games like Simon Says or movement-based learning activities can add excitement to exercise. Brain breaks between lessons can help kids refocus while getting their bodies moving.

Indoor and outdoor obstacle courses provide opportunities for gross motor skill development, and pairing exercises with learning tasks—such as doing jumping jacks while spelling words—can make movement feel natural and fun. For children who need extra motivation, a friendly competition or a fun theme, like a superhero workout, can add extra excitement.

Regular movement benefits kids in so many ways, from improving coordination and muscle strength to boosting mood and attention span. Making exercise part of everyday routines doesn’t have to be complicated. With simple activities and creative movement challenges, kids can build healthy habits that last a lifetime while having fun along the way.