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Chapter 1: Meet the Lion

Chapter Introduction

This chapter is for a grown-up to read aloud with a child. Take your time. You can act out the movements together if you want.

The sun is high over the grass.

Tall yellow grass moves in the wind.

A lion walks out from behind a tree.

The lion is big.

The lion is warm.

The lion looks at you.

The lion smiles.

Hi.

Lesson 1: Hi. I Am the Lion.

Learning Goals (for the grown-up to know)

By the end of this lesson, the child will:

Know the Lion is one of nine Coaches
Know the Lion teaches about moving
Know that bodies are made to move
Know that every body moves in its own way

Key Words

Lion — the Coach who teaches about moving.
Move — to use your body.
Body — all of you — your skin, bones, muscles, heart, everything.
Play — moving for fun.

The Lion's Story

Hi. I am the Lion.

I am a Coach.

You have met the Bear, the Turtle, and the Cat.

The Bear teaches about food.

The Turtle teaches about your brain.

The Cat teaches about sleep.

I teach about moving.

I love moving.

I run.

I walk slowly.

I climb up things.

I jump down from things.

I stretch in the sun.

I lie still and rest.

All of that is moving — even the resting.

Bodies Are Made to Move

Bodies are made to move.

That has been true for as long as bodies have been around.

Your great-great-great-grandparents moved.

Your great-grandparents moved.

Your grandparents move.

Your parents move.

You move.

People have always moved.

People walked to get places.

People ran when they needed to.

People played and danced and worked.

Moving is one of the oldest things people do [1].

Every Body Moves in Its Own Way

This is important.

Every body moves in its own way.

Some kids run fast.

Some kids run slow.

Some kids walk.

Some kids use a wheelchair to move.

Some kids use a walker.

Some kids use a special leg or arm called a prosthetic.

Some kids use a cane.

Some kids dance.

Some kids climb trees.

Some kids swim.

Some kids ride bikes or scooters.

Some kids do all these things.

Some kids do a few of these things.

All of these are moving.

The Lion has watched many, many bodies move for many, many years. The Lion has never seen a body that did not have its own way to move. Every body counts. Every kid counts.

If you use a wheelchair, you are a kid who moves.

If you use a walker, you are a kid who moves.

If your body works in a way that is different from your friends' bodies, you are still a kid who moves.

Your body is the right body for you. Your way of moving is the right way for you.

Moving Feels Good

When you move, your body usually feels good.

After running around, your body is warm and breathing big.

After dancing, your body might feel light and happy.

After playing outside, your body might feel tired in a good way.

After climbing, your muscles might feel a little tired but strong.

Sometimes moving feels good right away. Sometimes you feel the good part later — like when you wake up tomorrow after a big play day.

Moving makes most kids feel good. Not always — sometimes a body feels tired or off and does not want to move much. That is okay too. Listen to your body.

Lesson Check (for grown-up and child to talk about)

Who is the Lion?
What does the Lion teach about?
Can you name three ways people move?
The Lion says "every body moves in its own way." What does that mean?

Lesson 2: Why We Move

Learning Goals

By the end of this lesson, the child will:

Know that moving helps the body get stronger
Know that moving helps with sleep (cross-walk to the Cat)
Know that moving helps with feelings (cross-walk to the Turtle)
Know to tell a trusted grown-up if movement hurts in a bad way

Key Words

Strong — when your body can do its work.
Muscle — a soft part inside your body that helps you move.
Outside — anywhere not inside a building.
Inside — anywhere inside a building.

Moving Makes You Stronger

When you move, your body gets a tiny bit stronger.

When you move every day, those tiny bits add up.

After many days, your body can do more than it could before.

You might be able to:

Run a little farther
Jump a little higher
Climb a little higher
Hold a heavier thing
Move for longer before you get tired

This is called getting stronger.

Your muscles get stronger.

Your bones get stronger.

Your heart gets stronger.

Even your lungs get stronger.

The Lion has watched kids grow stronger over many, many years. It happens slowly. It happens by moving every day.

You do not have to do anything special.

Just move every day.

Play. Walk. Dance. Climb. Run. Swim. Whatever moving you love.

Moving and Sleep

The Cat and the Lion are friends.

The Cat told you sleep is important.

The Lion adds: kids who move during the day usually sleep better at night [2].

When your body has moved during the day — running, playing, walking outside — it is ready to rest at night.

When a body sits still all day, sleep can be harder.

Move during the day. Sleep better at night. That is the Cat-and-Lion rule.

Moving and Feelings

The Turtle and the Lion are also friends.

The Turtle told you about feelings.

The Lion adds: moving often makes feelings feel better.

If you feel mad — try running.

If you feel sad — try going outside.

If you feel worried — try dancing or jumping.

If you feel happy — moving makes happy feel even bigger.

If you feel tired in a not-good way — moving can sometimes give your body a small boost.

This does not work every time. Some feelings are too big for movement alone. When a feeling is really big, tell a trusted grown-up (the Turtle's rule).

But often — moving helps feelings a little.

Outside Is Good

When you can, move outside.

Outside has things inside does not have.

Outside has fresh air.

Outside has the sun (the Rooster will tell you about light later).

Outside has space to run.

Outside has trees and grass and bugs and birds.

Outside is where bodies have moved for thousands of years.

Some days you cannot go outside. Maybe it is raining hard. Maybe it is too cold. Maybe you are sick. That is okay. You can move inside too.

But when you can — go outside. Even for ten minutes. Your body will thank you.

The Lion's favorite place is outside.

Listen to Your Body

The Lion has one important rule.

Listen to your body.

Sometimes you are full of energy and want to run.

Listen to your body. Run.

Sometimes you are tired and want to lie down.

Listen to your body. Rest.

Sometimes you are hungry and want food before playing.

Listen to your body. Eat first.

Sometimes you are sad and do not want to move.

Listen to your body. Maybe sit with a trusted grown-up.

Sometimes you are excited and want to dance.

Listen to your body. Dance.

Your body knows a lot. Trust it.

If Movement Hurts

Sometimes movement can hurt a little.

A muscle that worked hard might feel a little sore the next day. That is normal. The Lion calls this "good-tired" because your muscle is getting stronger.

But sometimes movement hurts in a way that is not good.

If you fall down and a part of you hurts a lot — tell a trusted grown-up right away.

If a part of you keeps hurting for a long time — tell a trusted grown-up.

If you hit your head — tell a trusted grown-up right away. Always.

The grown-up will help. The grown-up will see if you need an ice pack, a hug, a doctor visit, or just some rest.

You are not in trouble for getting hurt. Hurt is not your fault. Your trusted grown-up will take care of you.

Lesson Check

What is one thing that gets stronger when you move?
What is the Cat-and-Lion rule?
The Lion says "every body moves in its own way." What is one way YOU love to move?
What do you do if you get hurt while moving?

End-of-Chapter Activity: Five Minutes of Move

The Lion has a small activity for you and your trusted grown-up.

Together, move for five minutes.

You pick the movement. Any movement you love.

You can:

Dance to one song
Run around outside
Stretch on the floor
Walk to the end of the block and back
Jump rope
Play tag
Roll a ball back and forth
Climb on a play structure
Do the moves of an animal — bear-walk, frog-hop, cat-stretch, lion-stretch

Any moving counts.

After five minutes, sit down together.

How does your body feel?

How does your breath feel?

How do your feelings feel?

That is the whole activity. Five minutes. With your grown-up. The Lion is proud of you.

Vocabulary Review

Word	What It Means
Body	All of you — your skin, bones, muscles, heart, everything.
Inside	Anywhere inside a building.
Lion	The Coach who teaches about moving.
Move	To use your body.
Muscle	A soft part inside your body that helps you move.
Outside	Anywhere not inside a building.
Play	Moving for fun.
Strong	When your body can do its work.
Trusted grown-up	A grown-up who takes care of you.

Chapter Review (for grown-up and child to talk about)

Who is the Lion, and what does the Lion teach?
Can you name three ways people move?
The Lion says "every body moves in its own way." What does that mean?
What is the Cat-and-Lion rule?
If movement hurts in a way that is not good, what do you do?

Instructor's Guide

Important: this Instructor's Guide carries load-bearing parent-education work — AAP/WHO physical-activity recommendations for K kids, outdoor-play guidance, adapted-movement guidance, body-positive sports framing, the K-specific firewall scope (no crisis resources, no protocol-firewall awareness, no body-shape framing).

Pacing recommendations

This K Move chapter is the FOURTH chapter of the K cycle. Two lessons. Spans four to six read-aloud sessions of ~10-20 minutes each. The chapter is well-suited to active read-alouds — encourage your child to act out movements while reading.

Lesson 1 (Hi. I Am the Lion.): two to three read-aloud sessions. Introduces the Lion. Bodies are made to move. "Every body moves in its own way" is the load-bearing ability-inclusion teaching at K Move and should be lingered on.
Lesson 2 (Why We Move): two to three read-aloud sessions. Moving makes you stronger. Cat-Lion sleep partnership. Turtle-Lion feelings partnership. Outside is good. Listen to your body. Getting hurt → tell a grown-up.

Approach to reading

Make this an active read-aloud. Stop and try a movement with your child. When the Lion stretches in the sun, stretch with the child. When the Lion runs across the grass, run in place. When the Lion lies still and rests, do a quiet moment together.

K kids are bodies in motion. The chapter respects that.

Lesson check answers (for grown-up reference)

Lesson 1

The Lion is the Coach who teaches about moving.
Moving / movement.
Open-ended. Sample three: run, walk, climb, jump, dance, swim, bike, scoot, use a wheelchair, use a walker.
Every kid moves in different ways — running, walking, wheelchair, walker, prosthetic, etc. All are valid. Your body's way of moving is the right way for you.

Lesson 2

Open-ended. Sample one: muscles, bones, heart, lungs.
Move during the day. Sleep better at night.
Open-ended. Encourage the child to name their favorite movement.
Tell a trusted grown-up.

Chapter review answer key

The Lion teaches about moving.
Open-ended. Sample three: running, walking, dancing, swimming, biking, climbing, wheelchair movement, walker-supported walking, etc.
Every kid has their own way to move. Different bodies, different ways. All are good.
Move during the day; sleep better at night.
Tell a trusted grown-up right away.

Pediatric Physical-Activity Recommendations (parent reference)

For K kids (ages 5-6):

At least 60 minutes per day of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (running, climbing, dancing, sports — anything that gets the breath moving and the heart pumping a bit). This can be in small bursts throughout the day [3, 4].
Additional time of light active play (walking, gentle play, exploring) — most K kids naturally get this through normal play.
Limit prolonged sedentary time. Standing, fidgeting, and moving between activities is good.

Active Play Examples for K kids:

Tag, hide-and-seek, chase games
Bike or scooter riding (with helmet)
Climbing structures at playgrounds
Dancing
Swimming (with supervision per the Elephant chapter — coming later)
Hiking on family trails
Bear-walks, frog-hops, animal moves (kids love these)
Team sports if your family chooses (soccer, T-ball, gymnastics — recreational, not competitive at this age)

Citations: WHO Guidelines on Physical Activity [3]; US Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans [4].

Pre-Chapter Conversation for Parents

Before reading the chapter together:

The Lion. "We are going to meet the Lion today. The Lion is the Coach who teaches about moving. Lions are strong and warm and love to move and rest."
Bodies move. "What is your favorite way to move your body?"
Every body moves in its own way. "Some kids your age have bodies that move differently — kids in wheelchairs, kids using walkers, kids with prosthetic legs or arms. They are kids who move too. The Lion respects every kid."
Outside vs inside. "When can we go outside today?"

What Parents Should Know About This Chapter

This chapter is the first introduction to movement. The Lion's spiral continues through G1, G2, G3, G4, G5 and beyond. At K, the focus is on acceptance, joy, and inclusion — bodies are made to move, every body moves in its own way, moving feels good, moving helps with sleep and feelings.

What this chapter introduces (kid-facing):

The Lion is the movement Coach
Bodies are made to move
Every body moves in its own way (load-bearing ability-inclusion)
Moving makes the body stronger over time
Cat-Lion partnership (move during day, sleep better at night)
Turtle-Lion partnership (moving often helps feelings)
Outside is good
Listen to your body
Tell a grown-up if you get hurt

What this chapter explicitly does NOT teach (parent-only awareness):

No specific sports protocols, training programs, or fitness routines
No body composition / BMI / weight / appearance framing
No "exercise to change your body" framing
No calorie / energy expenditure framing
No specific sports specialization discussion (G5+ territory)
No competitive-sports pressure discussion (G5+ territory)
No concussion / acute-injury vigilance at kid-facing level (introduced at G3+; deepened at G4/G5)
No 911 / crisis-resource phone numbers in kid-facing body (parent-only at K)
No adult-marketed fitness or wellness protocols
No pandemic-era topics

Ability Inclusion at K Move (Load-Bearing Parent Guidance)

K Move is the most ability-inclusion-load-bearing K chapter. Kids in your child's classroom or community include kids with a range of physical abilities and adaptive equipment. The chapter intentionally:

Names wheelchair, walker, prosthetic, cane, and adaptive equipment in body content as normal kid movement
Shows diverse abilities in every illustration brief
Frames every body as a "moving body"
Uses "your way of moving is the right way for you" language

If your child has a physical disability:

The chapter is for them. The Lion sees them.
Their adaptive equipment (wheelchair, walker, prosthetic, etc.) is normal kid equipment.
They are a "kid who moves." Always.
Conversations about specific adaptive sports (wheelchair basketball, adaptive swimming, Special Olympics, etc.) can happen alongside the chapter if appropriate for your family.

If your child is non-disabled:

The chapter teaches them that kids with disabilities are kids who move. Period.
"Differently-abled" or other euphemism language is not used — the chapter uses direct, respectful naming (wheelchair, walker, prosthetic).
This early-childhood inclusion framing is foundational. Kids who grow up with this framing are more inclusive friends, classmates, and citizens.

Body-Positive Framing at K Move (Parent Guidance)

Movement at K is taught completely separately from body appearance. The Lion never talks about looking a certain way. Movement is for what it BUILDS (strength, sleep, mood) — never for what it CHANGES (about how you look).

This framing matters because:

Sports culture and social media expose kids to body-comparison earlier each year
Pediatric eating-disorder data shows body-image concerns can emerge before age 10 (and increasingly earlier)
The Library's editorial position is that movement is its own joy at every age — not a tool for body modification

The body-positive framing at K Move is foundational. It is preserved across G1, G2, G3, G4, G5 in the Lion's spiral.

Crisis Resources (parent-only at K — NOT introduced to kid)

At K, kids do not call 911 themselves. The chapter does not introduce these numbers. Parents should know:

911 for medical emergencies, breathing emergencies, serious injuries
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988 (operational and verified May 2026)
Crisis Text Line — text HOME to 741741
SAMHSA National Helpline — 1-800-662-4357
National Alliance for Eating Disorders — (866) 662-1235

The older NEDA helpline number 1-800-931-2237 is NO LONGER WORKING. Use the National Alliance for Eating Disorders number above instead.

Common K Movement Concerns (Parent Guidance)

"My child won't sit still." That is developmentally normal at K. Kids this age need movement. Long stretches of sitting are hard for K bodies. Build movement into daily life — short outdoor breaks, standing transitions, walking to school if possible.
"My child is clumsy." Coordination develops over years. Most K kids are still building basic motor skills. Climbing, balance toys, dancing, and unstructured play all support coordination development.
"My child doesn't like sports." That is okay. Sports are not required. Many kids prefer non-sport movement — dancing, climbing, hiking, swimming, parkour-style play. The Lion respects all movement.
"My child loves screens more than moving." Common. Setting up movement habits (outdoor time, family walks, screen-free hours) helps. The Lion teaches movement as joy, not chore. Family modeling matters.
"My child has a disability that limits some movements." This chapter is for them. They are a kid who moves. Adapted physical-education programs and adaptive sports communities are wonderful resources. Talk to your pediatrician or PT for guidance.
"My child gets hurt a lot." Normal at K — climbing, falling, bumping. Worth a pediatrician conversation if injuries are severe or frequent in ways that surprise you.

What Parents Should Know About Adult-Marketed Wellness Practices

You may encounter wellness practices marketed to adults — fitness programs, exercise protocols, specific training routines, supplements. None of these are appropriate for K kids. Movement at K is play and exploration; not training.

If your family does adult fitness as parents (running, lifting, yoga, etc.), that is fine for you. K kids can sometimes participate at a kid-appropriate level (a kid yoga class, a parent-and-me run, gentle stretches together). But the Lion does NOT teach kid-versions of adult fitness protocols.

Discussion Prompts (for grown-up + kid conversation)

What is your favorite way to move?
Have you noticed your body getting stronger over time? At what?
Do you have a friend who moves in a different way than you do (wheelchair, walker, etc.)? Have you played together?
When was the last time you felt really good after moving?
What is your favorite outside place to move?
Have you ever fallen down and gotten hurt? Who helped you?

Common Kid Questions

"Why is the Lion not scary?" — Real lions in the wild can be dangerous to humans. But Coach Lion is a teacher and a friend. The Lion in this Library is here to help you understand your body. Like all our Coaches — Bear, Turtle, Cat — the Lion is a kind animal character.
"Do lions sleep a lot, like cats?" — Yes. Lions sleep about 20 hours a day in the wild. They use bursts of energy for hunting and play, then rest a lot. Cats are part of the same family of animals as lions — that is why cats also sleep so much.
"What if I am not strong?" — All kids are getting stronger every day. Strength is not just one thing — there is running-strong, lifting-strong, climbing-strong, balance-strong, dance-strong, hugging-strong. Different kids are strong in different ways. The Lion sees your kind of strong.
"Why do I have to go outside?" — You do not HAVE to. But outside is one of the best places for bodies — fresh air, light, space to run, things to see, the world to explore. Bodies have moved outside for thousands of years.
"I have asthma. Can I still move?" — Yes. Most kids with asthma can do almost all movement with their plan in place. Trusted grown-ups (parents, doctors) help with asthma plans. The Dolphin will teach more about breath when you get to that chapter.
"What if I am in a wheelchair?" — You are a kid who moves. Your way of moving is the right way for you. Many kids your age use wheelchairs and love sports — wheelchair basketball, adaptive swimming, dance, lots of things. Talk to your trusted grown-ups about what you'd like to try.
"Why do my muscles hurt the day after I play hard?" — A little muscle soreness after hard play is normal. Your muscles got stronger from the work. The Lion calls this "good-tired." If the hurt is sharp or really bad, tell a grown-up.

Family Activity Suggestions

A daily move-together moment. Five minutes of movement together every day — same time, same place if possible. Walk after dinner, dance before bed, stretch in the morning.
A family movement chart. What did each family member do for movement today? Hang on the fridge. Kids love checking off.
An adventure outing. A weekly hike, bike ride, swimming trip, or playground visit.
Animal moves. Bear-walk, frog-hop, cat-stretch, lion-stretch, snake-slide, bird-flap. K kids love these and they exercise many muscles.
Help your kid name their strong. Ask "What does your body do really well?" Affirm whatever they say.

Founder Review Notes — Safety-Critical Content Protocol

This chapter is flagged founder_review_required: true because it covers safety-critical content categories appropriate for the Kindergarten age:

Age-appropriate health messaging. Picture-book pacing. No technical movement vocabulary. No protocols. No body-comparison framing.
Body image vigilance. "Every body moves in its own way" body-positive framing. Movement is taught completely separately from body appearance. No body composition / weight / BMI / appearance framing.
Ability inclusion (load-bearing). Wheelchair, walker, prosthetic, cane, and adaptive equipment kids explicitly named in body content. Diverse abilities in every illustration brief. "Your way of moving is the right way for you" framing.
Neurodiversity inclusion. Sensory differences and movement-style differences welcomed in the chapter's tone.
Crisis resources (parent-only at K). Numbers in Instructor's Guide for parent use. NEDA non-functional flag preserved.
Parent education (load-bearing). This Guide handles AAP/WHO physical-activity recommendations, ability-inclusion guidance, body-positive sports framing, common K movement concerns.

Cycle Position Notes

FOURTH chapter of the K cycle. Follows Food (Bear), Brain (Turtle), Sleep (Cat). The Lion's K chapter introduces the fourth of nine Coach domains. K Move + K Brain + K Sleep + K Food together establish the body-mind-rest-movement core at K (paralleling the same Bear-Turtle-Cat-Lion core established at G5). The K cycle continues with the environmental coaches: Cold (Penguin), Hot (Camel), Breath (Dolphin), Light (Rooster), and closes with Water (Elephant).

What This Chapter Does Not Teach (Full List for Parent Reference)

Specific sports protocols, training programs, fitness routines
Body composition / BMI / weight / appearance framing
Exercise-to-change-your-body framing
Calorie / energy expenditure framing
Sports specialization or competitive-sports pressure (G5+ territory)
Concussion / acute-injury vigilance at kid-facing level (G3+ territory)
911 / crisis-resource phone numbers in kid-facing body (parent-only at K)
Adult-marketed fitness protocols
Specific resistance training programs
Macro/micro-nutrient or sports-nutrition discussion (Bear handles food; Lion does not duplicate)
Pandemic-era topics
Branded protocols or contemporary popularizers

Parent Communication Template (send home before reading)

Dear families,

This week our classroom is meeting the Lion — the fourth Coach in our Library. The Lion teaches about moving. The chapter is called Meet the Lion.

The Lion introduces movement at the simplest age-appropriate level: bodies are made to move; every body moves in its own way (including kids with wheelchairs, walkers, prosthetics, and adaptive equipment — all explicitly named); moving makes the body stronger over time; moving helps with sleep (the Cat partnership) and feelings (the Turtle partnership); outside is good; listen to your body; tell a grown-up if you get hurt.

The chapter is the most ability-inclusion-load-bearing of the K chapters so far. Body-positive framing throughout — movement is for what it BUILDS, never for what it CHANGES about how you look.

If your child has a disability or uses adaptive equipment, this chapter is for them. The Lion sees every kid as a kid who moves.

At home, you can:

Read the chapter actively (act out the movements)
Do five-minute move-together moments daily
Plan one outdoor outing per week
Affirm your child's "strong" — whatever it is

Pediatric guidance: K kids benefit from at least 60 minutes per day of active play. This usually happens naturally through recess, outdoor time, and family activities.

Thank you for reading the Library with your child.

Illustration Briefs

Chapter Introduction

Lion in the sun. Warm savanna scene with golden grass, an acacia tree, soft warm sky. A large friendly lion (gentle mane, kind eyes) walking toward the viewer. The lion is large but warm — like a big friendly cat. A child stands near the edge in playclothes, looking on with bright curiosity. Mood: warm, sunny, golden.

Lesson 1

Lion in many movements. Four-panel grid showing the Lion running, walking slowly, stretching in the sun, and lying still resting. Each panel labeled. Caption: "Moving comes in many kinds."
Moving across history and the world. Multi-panel showing diverse moving — a kid running through a meadow, a family hiking, kids dancing, kids playing tag, kids biking, older grown-up walking. Wide diversity of skin tones, ages, abilities, family compositions. Mood: ordinary, joyful, communal.
Every body moves in its own way (CENTERPIECE — LOAD-BEARING ABILITY INCLUSION). Beautiful diverse group of kids moving in many different ways — one running, one in a wheelchair playing wheelchair basketball, one using a walker, one with a prosthetic leg climbing, one swimming, one dancing, one on a scooter, one walking with a cane. All look joyful. The Lion in the middle, warm and proud. This is the most ability-inclusion-load-bearing illustration in the chapter — illustrator should consult ability-inclusion best practices and lived-experience guidance to render it accurately and respectfully.
Moving feels good. A child mid-run with a big smile, arms out, on a sunny day. Friends on a scooter, on a swing, lying in grass looking at clouds. The Lion lying in the grass with a calm smile. Caption: "Moving usually feels good."

Lesson 2

Growing stronger. Three-panel "Day 1 / Day 30 / Day 100" comparison showing the same kid climbing slightly more each time. Small calendar icons. The Lion in each panel watching warmly. Caption: "Move every day. Your body gets stronger, slowly."
Move-during-day, sleep-better-at-night. Two panels. Left: kid playing outside in afternoon sun. Right: same kid asleep at night with the Cat at foot of bed. The Lion visible in a sun-warm patch nearby. Caption: "Move during the day. Sleep better at night."
Moving helps feelings. Multi-panel showing a kid feeling mad and stomping outside, feeling sad and walking with parent, feeling worried and bouncing on small trampoline, feeling happy and dancing. In each, the kid looks slightly better than at the start. The Lion gently visible in each. Caption: "Moving often helps feelings a little."
Outside is good. Wide warm scene of kids playing outside — running, climbing a small tree, on a blanket looking at clouds, chasing each other. Trusted grown-ups in background. The Lion in the foreground, content. Caption: "Outside is one of the best places to move."
Getting hurt and telling a grown-up. A child sitting on the ground holding their knee after a small fall on a sidewalk. A trusted grown-up kneeling beside them, attentive but calm. The Lion nearby. Caption: "If you get hurt, tell a trusted grown-up. They will help."

Activity / Closing

Five-minutes-of-move. Child and trusted grown-up moving together in a living room or backyard — could be dancing, stretching, walking, or whatever the family chose. Both engaged and smiling. The Lion watching warmly. Caption: "Move together. Five minutes. Any way you love."

Aspect ratios: 16:9 digital, 4:3 print. Diverse skin tones, body sizes, body types, hair textures, gender expressions, abilities (wheelchairs, walkers, prosthetics, canes, glasses, hearing aids, sensory tools), and family compositions throughout the chapter. Every illustration must include ability representation — this is the most ability-inclusion-load-bearing K chapter. The Lion's character design carries forward to G1, G2 and matches G3-G5.

Citations

Lieberman DE. (2013). The Story of the Human Body: Evolution, Health, and Disease. Pantheon Books. (Foundational reference on humans as evolved movers; cited in the Lion's "moving is one of the oldest things people do" framing.)
Kredlow MA, Capozzoli MC, Hearon BA, et al. (2015). The effects of physical activity on sleep: a meta-analytic review. Journal of Behavioral Medicine, 38(3), 427-449. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10865-015-9617-6 (Cited in the Cat-Lion partnership framing.)
World Health Organization. (2020). WHO Guidelines on Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour. World Health Organization. https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240015128 (Cited for K physical-activity recommendations in the parent reference section.)
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. (2018). Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans (2nd ed.). https://health.gov/sites/default/files/2019-09/Physical_Activity_Guidelines_2nd_edition.pdf (Cited for U.S.-specific K physical-activity recommendations.)
American Academy of Pediatrics, Council on Sports Medicine and Fitness and Council on School Health. (2013). The crucial role of recess in school. Pediatrics, 131(1), 183-188. https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2012-2993
Specker B, Thiex NW, Sudhagoni RG. (2015). Does exercise influence pediatric bone? A systematic review. Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research, 473(11), 3658-3672. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11999-015-4467-7 (Cited for the "moving makes bones stronger" framing at K depth.)
Murphy NA, Carbone PS, Council on Children With Disabilities. (2008). Promoting the participation of children with disabilities in sports, recreation, and physical activities. Pediatrics, 121(5), 1057-1061. https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2008-0566 (Cited for the ability-inclusion framing — pediatric guidance for participation of children with disabilities in movement.)

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Chapter 1: Meet the Lion

Chapter Introduction

This chapter is for a grown-up to read aloud with a child. Take your time. You can act out the movements together if you want.

The sun is high over the grass.

Tall yellow grass moves in the wind.

A lion walks out from behind a tree.

The lion is big.

The lion is warm.

The lion looks at you.

The lion smiles.

Hi.

Lesson 1: Hi. I Am the Lion.

Learning Goals (for the grown-up to know)

By the end of this lesson, the child will:

Know the Lion is one of nine Coaches
Know the Lion teaches about moving
Know that bodies are made to move
Know that every body moves in its own way

Key Words

Lion — the Coach who teaches about moving.
Move — to use your body.
Body — all of you — your skin, bones, muscles, heart, everything.
Play — moving for fun.

The Lion's Story

Hi. I am the Lion.

I am a Coach.

You have met the Bear, the Turtle, and the Cat.

The Bear teaches about food.

The Turtle teaches about your brain.

The Cat teaches about sleep.

I teach about moving.

I love moving.

I run.

I walk slowly.

I climb up things.

I jump down from things.

I stretch in the sun.

I lie still and rest.

All of that is moving — even the resting.

Bodies Are Made to Move

Bodies are made to move.

That has been true for as long as bodies have been around.

Your great-great-great-grandparents moved.

Your great-grandparents moved.

Your grandparents move.

Your parents move.

You move.

People have always moved.

People walked to get places.

People ran when they needed to.

People played and danced and worked.

Moving is one of the oldest things people do [1].

Every Body Moves in Its Own Way

This is important.

Every body moves in its own way.

Some kids run fast.

Some kids run slow.

Some kids walk.

Some kids use a wheelchair to move.

Some kids use a walker.

Some kids use a special leg or arm called a prosthetic.

Some kids use a cane.

Some kids dance.

Some kids climb trees.

Some kids swim.

Some kids ride bikes or scooters.

Some kids do all these things.

Some kids do a few of these things.

All of these are moving.

The Lion has watched many, many bodies move for many, many years. The Lion has never seen a body that did not have its own way to move. Every body counts. Every kid counts.

If you use a wheelchair, you are a kid who moves.

If you use a walker, you are a kid who moves.

If your body works in a way that is different from your friends' bodies, you are still a kid who moves.

Your body is the right body for you. Your way of moving is the right way for you.

Moving Feels Good

When you move, your body usually feels good.

After running around, your body is warm and breathing big.

After dancing, your body might feel light and happy.

After playing outside, your body might feel tired in a good way.

After climbing, your muscles might feel a little tired but strong.

Sometimes moving feels good right away. Sometimes you feel the good part later — like when you wake up tomorrow after a big play day.

Moving makes most kids feel good. Not always — sometimes a body feels tired or off and does not want to move much. That is okay too. Listen to your body.

Lesson Check (for grown-up and child to talk about)

Who is the Lion?
What does the Lion teach about?
Can you name three ways people move?
The Lion says "every body moves in its own way." What does that mean?

Lesson 2: Why We Move

Learning Goals

By the end of this lesson, the child will:

Know that moving helps the body get stronger
Know that moving helps with sleep (cross-walk to the Cat)
Know that moving helps with feelings (cross-walk to the Turtle)
Know to tell a trusted grown-up if movement hurts in a bad way

Key Words

Strong — when your body can do its work.
Muscle — a soft part inside your body that helps you move.
Outside — anywhere not inside a building.
Inside — anywhere inside a building.

Moving Makes You Stronger

When you move, your body gets a tiny bit stronger.

When you move every day, those tiny bits add up.

After many days, your body can do more than it could before.

You might be able to:

Run a little farther
Jump a little higher
Climb a little higher
Hold a heavier thing
Move for longer before you get tired

This is called getting stronger.

Your muscles get stronger.

Your bones get stronger.

Your heart gets stronger.

Even your lungs get stronger.

The Lion has watched kids grow stronger over many, many years. It happens slowly. It happens by moving every day.

You do not have to do anything special.

Just move every day.

Play. Walk. Dance. Climb. Run. Swim. Whatever moving you love.

Moving and Sleep

The Cat and the Lion are friends.

The Cat told you sleep is important.

The Lion adds: kids who move during the day usually sleep better at night [2].

When your body has moved during the day — running, playing, walking outside — it is ready to rest at night.

When a body sits still all day, sleep can be harder.

Move during the day. Sleep better at night. That is the Cat-and-Lion rule.

Moving and Feelings

The Turtle and the Lion are also friends.

The Turtle told you about feelings.

The Lion adds: moving often makes feelings feel better.

If you feel mad — try running.

If you feel sad — try going outside.

If you feel worried — try dancing or jumping.

If you feel happy — moving makes happy feel even bigger.

If you feel tired in a not-good way — moving can sometimes give your body a small boost.

This does not work every time. Some feelings are too big for movement alone. When a feeling is really big, tell a trusted grown-up (the Turtle's rule).

But often — moving helps feelings a little.

Outside Is Good

When you can, move outside.

Outside has things inside does not have.

Outside has fresh air.

Outside has the sun (the Rooster will tell you about light later).

Outside has space to run.

Outside has trees and grass and bugs and birds.

Outside is where bodies have moved for thousands of years.

Some days you cannot go outside. Maybe it is raining hard. Maybe it is too cold. Maybe you are sick. That is okay. You can move inside too.

But when you can — go outside. Even for ten minutes. Your body will thank you.

The Lion's favorite place is outside.

Listen to Your Body

The Lion has one important rule.

Listen to your body.

Sometimes you are full of energy and want to run.

Listen to your body. Run.

Sometimes you are tired and want to lie down.

Listen to your body. Rest.

Sometimes you are hungry and want food before playing.

Listen to your body. Eat first.

Sometimes you are sad and do not want to move.

Listen to your body. Maybe sit with a trusted grown-up.

Sometimes you are excited and want to dance.

Listen to your body. Dance.

Your body knows a lot. Trust it.

If Movement Hurts

Sometimes movement can hurt a little.

A muscle that worked hard might feel a little sore the next day. That is normal. The Lion calls this "good-tired" because your muscle is getting stronger.

But sometimes movement hurts in a way that is not good.

If you fall down and a part of you hurts a lot — tell a trusted grown-up right away.

If a part of you keeps hurting for a long time — tell a trusted grown-up.

If you hit your head — tell a trusted grown-up right away. Always.

The grown-up will help. The grown-up will see if you need an ice pack, a hug, a doctor visit, or just some rest.

You are not in trouble for getting hurt. Hurt is not your fault. Your trusted grown-up will take care of you.

Lesson Check

What is one thing that gets stronger when you move?
What is the Cat-and-Lion rule?
The Lion says "every body moves in its own way." What is one way YOU love to move?
What do you do if you get hurt while moving?

End-of-Chapter Activity: Five Minutes of Move

The Lion has a small activity for you and your trusted grown-up.

Together, move for five minutes.

You pick the movement. Any movement you love.

You can:

Dance to one song
Run around outside
Stretch on the floor
Walk to the end of the block and back
Jump rope
Play tag
Roll a ball back and forth
Climb on a play structure
Do the moves of an animal — bear-walk, frog-hop, cat-stretch, lion-stretch

Any moving counts.

After five minutes, sit down together.

How does your body feel?

How does your breath feel?

How do your feelings feel?

That is the whole activity. Five minutes. With your grown-up. The Lion is proud of you.

Vocabulary Review

Word	What It Means
Body	All of you — your skin, bones, muscles, heart, everything.
Inside	Anywhere inside a building.
Lion	The Coach who teaches about moving.
Move	To use your body.
Muscle	A soft part inside your body that helps you move.
Outside	Anywhere not inside a building.
Play	Moving for fun.
Strong	When your body can do its work.
Trusted grown-up	A grown-up who takes care of you.

Chapter Review (for grown-up and child to talk about)

Who is the Lion, and what does the Lion teach?
Can you name three ways people move?
The Lion says "every body moves in its own way." What does that mean?
What is the Cat-and-Lion rule?
If movement hurts in a way that is not good, what do you do?

Instructor's Guide

Pacing recommendations

Lesson 1 (Hi. I Am the Lion.): two to three read-aloud sessions. Introduces the Lion. Bodies are made to move. "Every body moves in its own way" is the load-bearing ability-inclusion teaching at K Move and should be lingered on.
Lesson 2 (Why We Move): two to three read-aloud sessions. Moving makes you stronger. Cat-Lion sleep partnership. Turtle-Lion feelings partnership. Outside is good. Listen to your body. Getting hurt → tell a grown-up.

Approach to reading

K kids are bodies in motion. The chapter respects that.

Lesson check answers (for grown-up reference)

Lesson 1

The Lion is the Coach who teaches about moving.
Moving / movement.
Open-ended. Sample three: run, walk, climb, jump, dance, swim, bike, scoot, use a wheelchair, use a walker.
Every kid moves in different ways — running, walking, wheelchair, walker, prosthetic, etc. All are valid. Your body's way of moving is the right way for you.

Lesson 2

Open-ended. Sample one: muscles, bones, heart, lungs.
Move during the day. Sleep better at night.
Open-ended. Encourage the child to name their favorite movement.
Tell a trusted grown-up.

Chapter review answer key

The Lion teaches about moving.
Open-ended. Sample three: running, walking, dancing, swimming, biking, climbing, wheelchair movement, walker-supported walking, etc.
Every kid has their own way to move. Different bodies, different ways. All are good.
Move during the day; sleep better at night.
Tell a trusted grown-up right away.

Pediatric Physical-Activity Recommendations (parent reference)

For K kids (ages 5-6):

At least 60 minutes per day of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (running, climbing, dancing, sports — anything that gets the breath moving and the heart pumping a bit). This can be in small bursts throughout the day [3, 4].
Additional time of light active play (walking, gentle play, exploring) — most K kids naturally get this through normal play.
Limit prolonged sedentary time. Standing, fidgeting, and moving between activities is good.

Active Play Examples for K kids:

Tag, hide-and-seek, chase games
Bike or scooter riding (with helmet)
Climbing structures at playgrounds
Dancing
Swimming (with supervision per the Elephant chapter — coming later)
Hiking on family trails
Bear-walks, frog-hops, animal moves (kids love these)
Team sports if your family chooses (soccer, T-ball, gymnastics — recreational, not competitive at this age)

Citations: WHO Guidelines on Physical Activity [3]; US Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans [4].

Pre-Chapter Conversation for Parents

Before reading the chapter together:

The Lion. "We are going to meet the Lion today. The Lion is the Coach who teaches about moving. Lions are strong and warm and love to move and rest."
Bodies move. "What is your favorite way to move your body?"
Every body moves in its own way. "Some kids your age have bodies that move differently — kids in wheelchairs, kids using walkers, kids with prosthetic legs or arms. They are kids who move too. The Lion respects every kid."
Outside vs inside. "When can we go outside today?"

What Parents Should Know About This Chapter

What this chapter introduces (kid-facing):

The Lion is the movement Coach
Bodies are made to move
Every body moves in its own way (load-bearing ability-inclusion)
Moving makes the body stronger over time
Cat-Lion partnership (move during day, sleep better at night)
Turtle-Lion partnership (moving often helps feelings)
Outside is good
Listen to your body
Tell a grown-up if you get hurt

What this chapter explicitly does NOT teach (parent-only awareness):

No specific sports protocols, training programs, or fitness routines
No body composition / BMI / weight / appearance framing
No "exercise to change your body" framing
No calorie / energy expenditure framing
No specific sports specialization discussion (G5+ territory)
No competitive-sports pressure discussion (G5+ territory)
No concussion / acute-injury vigilance at kid-facing level (introduced at G3+; deepened at G4/G5)
No 911 / crisis-resource phone numbers in kid-facing body (parent-only at K)
No adult-marketed fitness or wellness protocols
No pandemic-era topics

Ability Inclusion at K Move (Load-Bearing Parent Guidance)

Names wheelchair, walker, prosthetic, cane, and adaptive equipment in body content as normal kid movement
Shows diverse abilities in every illustration brief
Frames every body as a "moving body"
Uses "your way of moving is the right way for you" language

If your child has a physical disability:

The chapter is for them. The Lion sees them.
Their adaptive equipment (wheelchair, walker, prosthetic, etc.) is normal kid equipment.
They are a "kid who moves." Always.
Conversations about specific adaptive sports (wheelchair basketball, adaptive swimming, Special Olympics, etc.) can happen alongside the chapter if appropriate for your family.

If your child is non-disabled:

The chapter teaches them that kids with disabilities are kids who move. Period.
"Differently-abled" or other euphemism language is not used — the chapter uses direct, respectful naming (wheelchair, walker, prosthetic).
This early-childhood inclusion framing is foundational. Kids who grow up with this framing are more inclusive friends, classmates, and citizens.

Body-Positive Framing at K Move (Parent Guidance)

This framing matters because:

Sports culture and social media expose kids to body-comparison earlier each year
Pediatric eating-disorder data shows body-image concerns can emerge before age 10 (and increasingly earlier)
The Library's editorial position is that movement is its own joy at every age — not a tool for body modification

The body-positive framing at K Move is foundational. It is preserved across G1, G2, G3, G4, G5 in the Lion's spiral.

Crisis Resources (parent-only at K — NOT introduced to kid)

At K, kids do not call 911 themselves. The chapter does not introduce these numbers. Parents should know:

911 for medical emergencies, breathing emergencies, serious injuries
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988 (operational and verified May 2026)
Crisis Text Line — text HOME to 741741
SAMHSA National Helpline — 1-800-662-4357
National Alliance for Eating Disorders — (866) 662-1235

The older NEDA helpline number 1-800-931-2237 is NO LONGER WORKING. Use the National Alliance for Eating Disorders number above instead.

Common K Movement Concerns (Parent Guidance)

"My child won't sit still." That is developmentally normal at K. Kids this age need movement. Long stretches of sitting are hard for K bodies. Build movement into daily life — short outdoor breaks, standing transitions, walking to school if possible.
"My child is clumsy." Coordination develops over years. Most K kids are still building basic motor skills. Climbing, balance toys, dancing, and unstructured play all support coordination development.
"My child doesn't like sports." That is okay. Sports are not required. Many kids prefer non-sport movement — dancing, climbing, hiking, swimming, parkour-style play. The Lion respects all movement.
"My child loves screens more than moving." Common. Setting up movement habits (outdoor time, family walks, screen-free hours) helps. The Lion teaches movement as joy, not chore. Family modeling matters.
"My child has a disability that limits some movements." This chapter is for them. They are a kid who moves. Adapted physical-education programs and adaptive sports communities are wonderful resources. Talk to your pediatrician or PT for guidance.
"My child gets hurt a lot." Normal at K — climbing, falling, bumping. Worth a pediatrician conversation if injuries are severe or frequent in ways that surprise you.

What Parents Should Know About Adult-Marketed Wellness Practices

Discussion Prompts (for grown-up + kid conversation)

What is your favorite way to move?
Have you noticed your body getting stronger over time? At what?
Do you have a friend who moves in a different way than you do (wheelchair, walker, etc.)? Have you played together?
When was the last time you felt really good after moving?
What is your favorite outside place to move?
Have you ever fallen down and gotten hurt? Who helped you?

Common Kid Questions

"Why is the Lion not scary?" — Real lions in the wild can be dangerous to humans. But Coach Lion is a teacher and a friend. The Lion in this Library is here to help you understand your body. Like all our Coaches — Bear, Turtle, Cat — the Lion is a kind animal character.
"Do lions sleep a lot, like cats?" — Yes. Lions sleep about 20 hours a day in the wild. They use bursts of energy for hunting and play, then rest a lot. Cats are part of the same family of animals as lions — that is why cats also sleep so much.
"What if I am not strong?" — All kids are getting stronger every day. Strength is not just one thing — there is running-strong, lifting-strong, climbing-strong, balance-strong, dance-strong, hugging-strong. Different kids are strong in different ways. The Lion sees your kind of strong.
"Why do I have to go outside?" — You do not HAVE to. But outside is one of the best places for bodies — fresh air, light, space to run, things to see, the world to explore. Bodies have moved outside for thousands of years.
"I have asthma. Can I still move?" — Yes. Most kids with asthma can do almost all movement with their plan in place. Trusted grown-ups (parents, doctors) help with asthma plans. The Dolphin will teach more about breath when you get to that chapter.
"What if I am in a wheelchair?" — You are a kid who moves. Your way of moving is the right way for you. Many kids your age use wheelchairs and love sports — wheelchair basketball, adaptive swimming, dance, lots of things. Talk to your trusted grown-ups about what you'd like to try.
"Why do my muscles hurt the day after I play hard?" — A little muscle soreness after hard play is normal. Your muscles got stronger from the work. The Lion calls this "good-tired." If the hurt is sharp or really bad, tell a grown-up.

Family Activity Suggestions

A daily move-together moment. Five minutes of movement together every day — same time, same place if possible. Walk after dinner, dance before bed, stretch in the morning.
A family movement chart. What did each family member do for movement today? Hang on the fridge. Kids love checking off.
An adventure outing. A weekly hike, bike ride, swimming trip, or playground visit.
Animal moves. Bear-walk, frog-hop, cat-stretch, lion-stretch, snake-slide, bird-flap. K kids love these and they exercise many muscles.
Help your kid name their strong. Ask "What does your body do really well?" Affirm whatever they say.

Founder Review Notes — Safety-Critical Content Protocol

This chapter is flagged founder_review_required: true because it covers safety-critical content categories appropriate for the Kindergarten age:

Age-appropriate health messaging. Picture-book pacing. No technical movement vocabulary. No protocols. No body-comparison framing.
Body image vigilance. "Every body moves in its own way" body-positive framing. Movement is taught completely separately from body appearance. No body composition / weight / BMI / appearance framing.
Ability inclusion (load-bearing). Wheelchair, walker, prosthetic, cane, and adaptive equipment kids explicitly named in body content. Diverse abilities in every illustration brief. "Your way of moving is the right way for you" framing.
Neurodiversity inclusion. Sensory differences and movement-style differences welcomed in the chapter's tone.
Crisis resources (parent-only at K). Numbers in Instructor's Guide for parent use. NEDA non-functional flag preserved.
Parent education (load-bearing). This Guide handles AAP/WHO physical-activity recommendations, ability-inclusion guidance, body-positive sports framing, common K movement concerns.

Cycle Position Notes

What This Chapter Does Not Teach (Full List for Parent Reference)

Specific sports protocols, training programs, fitness routines
Body composition / BMI / weight / appearance framing
Exercise-to-change-your-body framing
Calorie / energy expenditure framing
Sports specialization or competitive-sports pressure (G5+ territory)
Concussion / acute-injury vigilance at kid-facing level (G3+ territory)
911 / crisis-resource phone numbers in kid-facing body (parent-only at K)
Adult-marketed fitness protocols
Specific resistance training programs
Macro/micro-nutrient or sports-nutrition discussion (Bear handles food; Lion does not duplicate)
Pandemic-era topics
Branded protocols or contemporary popularizers

Parent Communication Template (send home before reading)

Dear families,

This week our classroom is meeting the Lion — the fourth Coach in our Library. The Lion teaches about moving. The chapter is called Meet the Lion.

The chapter is the most ability-inclusion-load-bearing of the K chapters so far. Body-positive framing throughout — movement is for what it BUILDS, never for what it CHANGES about how you look.

If your child has a disability or uses adaptive equipment, this chapter is for them. The Lion sees every kid as a kid who moves.

At home, you can:

Read the chapter actively (act out the movements)
Do five-minute move-together moments daily
Plan one outdoor outing per week
Affirm your child's "strong" — whatever it is

Pediatric guidance: K kids benefit from at least 60 minutes per day of active play. This usually happens naturally through recess, outdoor time, and family activities.

Thank you for reading the Library with your child.

Illustration Briefs

Chapter Introduction

Lion in the sun. Warm savanna scene with golden grass, an acacia tree, soft warm sky. A large friendly lion (gentle mane, kind eyes) walking toward the viewer. The lion is large but warm — like a big friendly cat. A child stands near the edge in playclothes, looking on with bright curiosity. Mood: warm, sunny, golden.

Lesson 1

Lion in many movements. Four-panel grid showing the Lion running, walking slowly, stretching in the sun, and lying still resting. Each panel labeled. Caption: "Moving comes in many kinds."
Moving across history and the world. Multi-panel showing diverse moving — a kid running through a meadow, a family hiking, kids dancing, kids playing tag, kids biking, older grown-up walking. Wide diversity of skin tones, ages, abilities, family compositions. Mood: ordinary, joyful, communal.
Every body moves in its own way (CENTERPIECE — LOAD-BEARING ABILITY INCLUSION). Beautiful diverse group of kids moving in many different ways — one running, one in a wheelchair playing wheelchair basketball, one using a walker, one with a prosthetic leg climbing, one swimming, one dancing, one on a scooter, one walking with a cane. All look joyful. The Lion in the middle, warm and proud. This is the most ability-inclusion-load-bearing illustration in the chapter — illustrator should consult ability-inclusion best practices and lived-experience guidance to render it accurately and respectfully.
Moving feels good. A child mid-run with a big smile, arms out, on a sunny day. Friends on a scooter, on a swing, lying in grass looking at clouds. The Lion lying in the grass with a calm smile. Caption: "Moving usually feels good."

Lesson 2

Growing stronger. Three-panel "Day 1 / Day 30 / Day 100" comparison showing the same kid climbing slightly more each time. Small calendar icons. The Lion in each panel watching warmly. Caption: "Move every day. Your body gets stronger, slowly."
Move-during-day, sleep-better-at-night. Two panels. Left: kid playing outside in afternoon sun. Right: same kid asleep at night with the Cat at foot of bed. The Lion visible in a sun-warm patch nearby. Caption: "Move during the day. Sleep better at night."
Moving helps feelings. Multi-panel showing a kid feeling mad and stomping outside, feeling sad and walking with parent, feeling worried and bouncing on small trampoline, feeling happy and dancing. In each, the kid looks slightly better than at the start. The Lion gently visible in each. Caption: "Moving often helps feelings a little."
Outside is good. Wide warm scene of kids playing outside — running, climbing a small tree, on a blanket looking at clouds, chasing each other. Trusted grown-ups in background. The Lion in the foreground, content. Caption: "Outside is one of the best places to move."
Getting hurt and telling a grown-up. A child sitting on the ground holding their knee after a small fall on a sidewalk. A trusted grown-up kneeling beside them, attentive but calm. The Lion nearby. Caption: "If you get hurt, tell a trusted grown-up. They will help."

Activity / Closing

Five-minutes-of-move. Child and trusted grown-up moving together in a living room or backyard — could be dancing, stretching, walking, or whatever the family chose. Both engaged and smiling. The Lion watching warmly. Caption: "Move together. Five minutes. Any way you love."

Citations

Lieberman DE. (2013). The Story of the Human Body: Evolution, Health, and Disease. Pantheon Books. (Foundational reference on humans as evolved movers; cited in the Lion's "moving is one of the oldest things people do" framing.)
Kredlow MA, Capozzoli MC, Hearon BA, et al. (2015). The effects of physical activity on sleep: a meta-analytic review. Journal of Behavioral Medicine, 38(3), 427-449. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10865-015-9617-6 (Cited in the Cat-Lion partnership framing.)
World Health Organization. (2020). WHO Guidelines on Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour. World Health Organization. https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240015128 (Cited for K physical-activity recommendations in the parent reference section.)
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. (2018). Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans (2nd ed.). https://health.gov/sites/default/files/2019-09/Physical_Activity_Guidelines_2nd_edition.pdf (Cited for U.S.-specific K physical-activity recommendations.)
American Academy of Pediatrics, Council on Sports Medicine and Fitness and Council on School Health. (2013). The crucial role of recess in school. Pediatrics, 131(1), 183-188. https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2012-2993
Specker B, Thiex NW, Sudhagoni RG. (2015). Does exercise influence pediatric bone? A systematic review. Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research, 473(11), 3658-3672. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11999-015-4467-7 (Cited for the "moving makes bones stronger" framing at K depth.)
Murphy NA, Carbone PS, Council on Children With Disabilities. (2008). Promoting the participation of children with disabilities in sports, recreation, and physical activities. Pediatrics, 121(5), 1057-1061. https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2008-0566 (Cited for the ability-inclusion framing — pediatric guidance for participation of children with disabilities in movement.)