Children might do better in school if they're more physically active, a new study suggests.
Researchers assessed the activity levels and reading and math skills of 186 Finnish children in grades 1 to 3.
The study authors, from the University of Eastern Finland, report a link between higher levels of physical activity at recess and better reading skills, and a connection between participation in organized sports and higher math test scores.
In particular, boys with higher levels of physical activity -- especially walking and bicycling to and from school -- had better reading skills than less active boys, according to the research team.
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