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The article: Physical Education and Motor Development: Keys to the Integral Strengthening of the Human Being, analyzes from a multifaceted methodology, the role of physical education in human development. Physical education is a discipline that improves students' physical, motor and health skills. It involves motor, cognitive, emotional, social skills and physical activity. Participating in physical activities from an early age is essential for motor development, and for performing daily tasks safely and efficiently. Gross and fine motor skills are essential for physical activities and allow children to explore and interact with their environment. The relationship between physical activity and cognitive development is significant and how important physical activity is in the curricula of the scalers. Students learn social skills, improve their self-esteem and reduce stress and anxiety by developing cooperation, teamwork and fair play. In addition, it promotes a sense of belonging and community, which are essential for emotional well-being. The article advocates a physical education that integrates motor, cognitive, emotional and social development. Educators, policy makers and parents are called upon to recognise physical education and ensure that it remains a component of the education system. It therefore argues that physical education would enhance human development, in terms of cognitive and social interactions and not just physical ones.