EVERY KID HEALTHY WEEK

Help celebrate Every Kid Healthy Week by promoting emotional wellness, good nutrition, and physical activity with your own family – healthy habits start at home.

Anyone (students, parents/caregivers/families, educators, community members, businesses) can take action by following the daily themes or building your own activities based on your needs or schedule.

Share your idea on Instagram or Facebook by tagging us to be entered into a contest to win $50. #gagonfamilymedicine

One entry per idea/person/day.

Winner will be drawn from pool of qualified applicants on Friday, April 28th, 2023.

Here’s a few ideas to get you started:

MINDFUL MONDAY

Breathe with Me: Mindful Breathing Exercises

TASTY TUESDAY

https://cookingwithkids.org/

https://www.myplate.gov/eat-healthy/what-is-myplate

Anti-Bribing Strategies for Picky Eaters

WELLNESS WEDNESDAY

40 Tips for Active Families-ENG

40 Tips for Active Families-SPAN

Hey fourth graders! See America’s natural
wonders and historic sites for free:

https://everykidoutdoors.gov/index.htm

THOUGHTFUL THURSDAY

A Show for all Talents:

https://www.actionforhealthykids.org/activity/a-show-for-all-talents/

FAMILY FRIDAY

Backyard Camping:

Just like a regular camping trip away, work together from start to finish, and think outside of the box to make the perfect campsite for your space and family.

https://www.actionforhealthykids.org/activity/backyard-camping/

https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/camping-kids.html

https://www.parenting.com/activities/family-time/14-ideas-for-camping-out-in-your-backyard/

RESOURCES

Healthy Kids Toolkit Nutrition Toolkit Anti Bribing Strategies for Picky Eaters ENG Breathe with Me Mindful Breathing Exercises A Show for All Talents Service Auditory 40 Tips for Active Families ENG 40 Tips for Active Families SPAN