MIDDLE CHILDHOOD

Interview Questions

The following questions are intended to be used selectively to gather information, to address the family's issues and concerns, and to build partnerships.

For the Child

Do you think physical activity is important? Why (or why not)?

Do you think you are getting enough physical activity? Why (or why not)?

Which physical activities do you participate in? How often? For how long each time?

Do you participate in physical activities at school? If so, which ones? How often?

Do you participate in physical activities in your neighborhood? If so, which ones? How often?

Do you participate in any physical activities with your parents (for example, walking, biking, hiking, skating, swimming, or running)?

Are there any physical activities you enjoy but don't participate in? If so, which ones? Why?

Are there any physical activities you don't enjoy? If so, which ones? Why?

Do you feel that you are good at physical activities? If so, which ones? If not, why?

Do you think you are in good shape? Can you keep up with your friends and other children your age?

Do you always have something available to drink during and after physical activity?

Do you use appropriate safety equipment when you participate in physical activity? For example, do you use a helmet when you go skate-boarding, skating, or biking?

Have you been injured while participating in physical activity?

How much time each day do you spend watching television and videotapes or playing computer games?

For the Parent

Is Thomas currently going through a growth spurt?

Do you have any concerns about his development?

Do you have questions or concerns about Susan's participation in physical activity?

Does she participate in regular physical activity (for example, most, if not all, days of the week)?

Does Thomas participate in physical education at school? If so, how often?

What does he do after school? Does he partici-pate in physical activity?

Are there any physical activities that Susan enjoys but does not participate in? If so, which ones? Why?

Are there any physical activities that she doesn't enjoy? If so, which ones? Why?

During the past 6 months, has Thomas been involved in physical activity programs? If so, which ones?

During the past 6 months, has he trained for any physical activities? If so, which ones?

Do you feel that Susan is too active? If so, why?

Do you feel that she is not active enough? If so, why?

Are there any physical activity programs in Thomas's school? In the community? If so, do you think he would participate if encouraged?

How can you help him become more active? What barriers would make this difficult?

Do you and Susan participate in physical activities together? If so, which ones? How often?

How much time each day do you allow her to watch television and videotapes or play computer games?

Do you know where to take Thomas in a medical emergency?

Is your neighborhood safe enough for him to play outside?

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