DD is in Year 4 and is one of a small number of children invited to participate in this programme which seeks to improve motor skills and co-ordination. She is a clumsy child who doesn't enjoy sports, and she is what you would call awkward in how she carries herself. However, she's very active, enjoys running around, is a superb swimmer, can write very well, tie shoelaces, manage buckles etc. I am guessing the school have asked her to participate because she is awkward physically. She doesn't ride a bike (has no wish to), can't do cartwheels, can't rollerskate and generally lacks confidence, and is a bookish, serious child who really enjoys learning.
I want DD to participate because I think it might help her develop more confidence. But now I'm worried that the school might think she is dyspraxic - I have wondered this - and wondering if I should be doing more.
DD doesn't want to do the sessions as she feels embarrassed for being singled out (back to this self-consciousness), and bless her, thinks she is quite good at PE and isn't interested in expanding her sporting repertoire. She wants to excel in everything she does and has been mortified to be singled out as needing this extra support. I want to make her feel better about herself and encourage her to give it a go. Any tips?