Help kids identify nutritious foods as opposed to foods with little health benefits. Nutritious food choices give them the best energy to move and play.
Help kids identify nutritious food choices give them the best energy to move and play.
Pretend you are making your favorite food. Are you rolling out dough for pizza, growing tall like a banana, or getting wiggly like spaghetti?
Let's talk about some important things to know about how food and move are connected:
This activity is like a relay and will help you learn more about how food gives you energy to move.
Q: You just woke up and have an extra busy day ahead of you. What's a good choice to fuel your body?
A: Any green-light food is a great choice. It doesn't have to be a "breakfast" food.
Plan it! What will you fuel up with first thing tomorrow morning?
Time: 10 Minutes
Kids will show choices they can make to move throughout their day.
Get PrintableKids show their energy level by sitting, standing, or standing with arms in the air.
Start Slideshow