Research conducted in school cafeterias has highlighted ways to guide children toward making better food choices. One overlooked area of school cafeterias that deserves further study is the atmosphere/ambiance. The ambiance of a cafeteria can be easily overlooked because it …
Summer programming is a time for youth to gain independence, explore, and learn new skills. For youth to be successful in processing what they learn, adequate opportunities must be provided for rest, relaxation, and healthy eating. Without down time and …
Water. It’s the single largest component of the human body and vital for life. Water helps the body perform important functions such as regulating temperature, protecting cells, and carrying nutrients and waste. We lose water/fluid in three ways: breathing, perspiring …
Afterschool hours can provide an opportunity to work with young people in a more informal setting than during the school day. Educators and afterschool program coordinators can offer experiences and teach life skills that youth may not achieve through other …
Overall health is very important to many parents. Most want what’s best for their child, and it all starts with health! Many schools already have health fairs or wellness nights as part of their outreach to families, but if you …
“I’ve never tried that before,” said Jane* before she ate a fresh bell pepper from the Cambridge 4-H Afterschool garden located in Cocoa, Florida. Jane lives in Cocoa and joined the Afterschool Garden Club as part of the 21st…
Many students think milk comes from the grocery store, they don’t realize the journey it travels before it gets there. The Dairy Council of Florida has partnered with Young Minds Inspired to provide interactive and educational lessons on dairy farming …
The Dairy Council of Florida has developed Mooga, cow inspired yoga, as an interactive activity that helps strengthen bones and teach about the health benefits of dairy in the diet. All materials are free and easy to download.
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In Defense of Food is a project of Kikim Media, LLC. The centerpiece of the project is a two-hour PBS documentary. It also includes a web site (pbs.org/indefenseoffood), materials for organizing community screenings and house parties (including a shorter version …
Each year on October 24th, Food Day is celebrated nationwide with a goal of helping people learn to “eat real.” The event, created by the Center for Science in the Public Interest, aims to give individuals the encouragement …
