Special Issue on Sports and Children Development

There is no arguing that children need regular exercise. Regular exercises and sports increases strength and encourages children normal physical development, improve self-concept, inclusion and social competence. The goal of this Special Issue is to provide a platform for scientists worldwide to promote, share, and discuss various new issues and developments in the area of sports and children development.

In this special issue, we intend to invite front-line researchers and authors to submit original research and review articles on exploring sports and children development. Potential topics include, but are not limited to:

• Childhood growth and motor development
• Movement skill acquisition
• Physical activity and fitness enhancement
• Children with disabilities
• Effective teaching and lesson planning
• Motivating children

Authors should read over the journal’s For Authors carefully before submission. Prospective authors should submit an electronic copy of their complete manuscript through the journal’s Paper Submission System.

Please kindly specify the “Special Issue” under your manuscript title. The research field “Special Issue - Sports and Children Development” should be selected during your submission.

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Please contact Editorial Assistant at

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