Helping children eat well and play hard DEC 2012 - Vol 2
Providing 1-2 hours of physical activity each day, including structured and unstructured activity, is possible with a little planning. Read about things to cnsider when Planning Physical Activity, and then see how a provider in Iowa challenged herself to plan more structured activity.
Planning Physical Activity
Try including seasonal foods in your menu this winter; it may save money and increase
By participating in Childcare Alive!, you are making great strides to improve the health of the children in your care, and parents should know about your efforts! Try sending a letter to notify parents of your participation. Check out this sample parent letter.
Telling Parents about Childcare Alive
Children learn through a number of ways, including watching the actions of adults. Use this to your advantage to encourage children to be more active, and become a Movement Model! Read the Childcare Alive