In the quest to deliver educational value in bold and exciting mediums, In-School Cook-Offs blend practical cooking skills with innovative nutrition education. These fun, exciting events bring communities and classmates together to celebrate teens’ teamwork and creativity and to expand …
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Children and adolescents with physical and intellectual disabilities tend to have a higher prevalence of obesity (BMI of 30.0 or higher) compared to their non-disabled peers. According to the Centers for Disease Control, obesity rates for children (ages 2-17) …
Wholesome Wave is a non-profit organization with a vision of making local and healthy foods affordable and accessible to all, and is particularly focused on underserved communities. In 2010, they piloted the Fruit and Vegetable Prescription Program ® (also …
During the summer months, kids put the thought of school on the back burner, but the same doesn’t have to go for eating smart and staying active! The USDA’s Summer Food, Summer Moves program has created a collection of free, …
For some students whose families experience food insecurity or hunger, the only consistent meals that they receive may be the ones served at school. As a result, many students experience hunger during school breaks, closures, and weekends. For more than …
Garden-based learning activities in the classroom promote science, math, reading, and allow students to increase their awareness of the environment and nutrition. With enough creativity, the garden and garden activities can be applied to just about any lesson taught in …
Each year on October 24th, people across the country participate in events to celebrate Food Day. This annual event is meant to encourage and inspire Americans to eat more healthy foods and improve food policies.
Food Day was …
Encouraging healthy food choices, nutrition, and wellness among school children can extend beyond the classroom or the school cafeteria. School gardens are a wonderful place to educate and support students to use healthy eating practices. In addition, they can also …
From sweet, juicy berries to crisp, tangy kale, fresh and healthy foods are bountiful at farmers’ markets. While adults may focus on their shopping list, there are also many opportunities for children to have fun and learn at the market. …
