Aktywność fizyczna w środowisku wodnym jako narzędzie inkluzji społecznej dzieci z niepełnosprawnościami w wieku wczesnoszkolnym
Physical Activity in the Aquatic Environment as a Tool for Social Inclusion of Children with Disabilities in Early School Age

Author(s): Joanna Kowalska
Subject(s): Social Sciences, Education, School education, Pedagogy
Published by: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego
Keywords: aquatic environment; disability; kids; social inclusion; physical activity; barriers
Summary/Abstract: Physicial activity in the aquatic environment plays a significant role in the social inclusion of children with disabilities, fostering their integration, developing social and emotional competencies, and building self-esteem. This article discusses the benefits of participating in aquatic activities, barriers that make it difficult for children with disabilities to participate in physical activity in the water and presents research confirming that the aquatic environment helps overcome physical and emotional barriers, supports emotional and social development, and prepares children with disabilities for active participation in the educational environment. The aim of this article is to demonstrate the role of physicial activity in the aquatic environment as a tool supporting the social inclusion of early school-age children with disabilities.

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