Eat Well & Keep Moving: An Interdisciplinary Elementary Curriculum for Nutrition and Physical Activity, 3rd Edition (Original Publisher)
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Empower young minds and bodies with Eat Well & Keep Moving, the trusted and research-backed curriculum that helps educators integrate healthy eating and physical activity into elementary classrooms. Designed by public health experts and educators, this interdisciplinary guide improves student wellness while supporting academic success—making it a must-have for teachers, school health coordinators, and program developers.
Description
Eat Well & Keep Moving: An Interdisciplinary Elementary Curriculum for Nutrition and Physical Activity (3rd Edition) is a dynamic, evidence-based program developed to promote lifelong healthy habits among children in grades 4–5. Published by Human Kinetics, this comprehensive curriculum seamlessly blends nutrition education with classroom learning, physical activity, and family involvement. It’s ideal for elementary school teachers, physical education instructors, public health professionals, school administrators, and wellness advocates aiming to combat childhood obesity and improve student health outcomes.
Key Features and Highlights:
- Research-driven and standards-aligned: Based on proven behavioral theories and aligned with national education and health standards.
- Interdisciplinary approach: Integrates nutrition and physical activity into core subjects like language arts, math, and science.
- Ready-to-implement materials: Includes detailed lesson plans, assessment tools, reproducible student handouts, and family engagement activities.
- Whole-child focus: Encourages physical literacy, critical thinking, and health awareness in and beyond the classroom.
- Flexible use: Can be used as a standalone curriculum or incorporated into existing health and PE programs.
Major Topics Covered:
Includes core chapters on:
- Healthy eating behaviors and nutrition literacy
- Physical activity promotion and movement integration
- Goal setting, self-monitoring, and behavior change strategies
- Engaging families and communities in health promotion
- Classroom management for physical activity integration
About the Author:
Developed by a team of leading researchers and educators at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, the curriculum reflects decades of research in childhood nutrition, health education, and school-based intervention strategies.
File Format & Technical Details:
- Format: PDF
- File Size: Approximately 30–40 MB
- Language: English
- Device Compatibility: Compatible with tablets, e-readers (Kindle, Kobo), smartphones, laptops, and desktops across iOS, Android, and Windows platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Q1: Can this curriculum be adapted for remote or hybrid learning environments?
A1: Yes, the materials are flexible and can be adapted for both in-person and virtual instruction. Digital resources and handouts make remote engagement easy for teachers and students.
Q2: Is this curriculum suitable for use outside the U.S.?
A2: Absolutely. While aligned with U.S. national standards, the program focuses on universally applicable health concepts and behavior change strategies that can be used in schools worldwide.
Additional information
Publisher |
Human Kinetics |
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Published Year |
2015 |
Language |
English |
ISBN |
978-1492503972 |
File Size |
30.1 MB |
Edition |
3 |
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