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Clark, Jane E.; Smiley-Oyen, Ann L.; Getchell, Nancy; Whitall, Jill – Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (JOPERD), 2005
Children with developmental coordination disorder (DCD) constitute approximately six percent of the population, or about two children out of a class of 35. Often referred to as "clumsy" or physically awkward, children with DCD are generally academically able, but have movement difficulties that affect their progress in academics and in activities…
Descriptors: Intervention, Identification, Play, Learning Disabilities