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ArticleFrontiers in sports and active living2025

The effects of traditional games on physical literacy among school-aged children.

Meliha Çinar, Fahimeh Hassani

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Article in Frontiers in sports and active living, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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Meliha ÇinarDepartment of Physical Education, Istanbul Gedik University, Istanbul, Türkiye.
Fahimeh HassaniDepartment of Physical Education, Istanbul Gedik University, Istanbul, Türkiye.

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Abstract

Introduction: Physical literacy is crucial for promoting lifelong engagement in physical activity. In response to rising childhood inactivity, this study explores the impact of traditional children's games on physical literacy within a school context. Methods: A quasi-experimental design was applied involving 60 students (aged 11-12) from two schools in Trabzon, Turkey. The experimental group participated in an 8-week program of culturally-rooted traditional games. The control group followed standard physical education activities. Pre- and post-test data were collected using a validated Physical Literacy Scale. Results: Statistical analyses indicated significant improvements ( Discussion: Traditional games are shown to be inclusive, culturally relevant, and effective pedagogical tools for improving physical literacy in school-aged children. Their integration into school curricula is supported as a cost-effective and holistic educational strategy.

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active lifestylesculturally rooted playmovement skillsphysical competencephysical literacytraditonal game

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PMCPMC12855449

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