Healthy Foods
Name a fruit that is red.
Apple, strawberry, cherry, raspberry
Running, dancing, jumping, biking, swimming, sports, etc.
Name one thing you should brush every day
Teeth
Name one activity that helps your brain grow.
Reading, puzzles, learning, drawing, problem-solving
Name one way to show kindness to a friend.
Say something nice, share, help them, give a compliment
Which is healthier: soda or water?
Water
How many minutes of physical activity should kids get each day?
About 60 minutes
When should you wash your hands?
Before eating, after using the restroom, after playing outdoors
Why is reading good for your brain?
It improves vocabulary, imagination, and thinking skills
What can you do if you feel sad?
Talk to someone, take deep breaths, play, draw, write, hug a pet
Name one vegetable that helps you see better.
Carrots, spinach, kale, sweet potato
Why is moving your body important for your heart?
It keeps the heart healthy and strong
Why is it important to brush your teeth twice a day?
To prevent cavities and keep teeth healthy
What is one thing you can do each day to remember things better?
Practice, make lists, focus, review, repeat
How can helping someone else make you feel?
Happy, proud, calm, good inside
If you are hungry after school, which is the healthier snack: candy or apple + peanut butter? Why?
Apple + peanut butter, because it has vitamins and protein
If you can't go outside to play, name two ways to be active indoors.
Dancing, jumping jacks, yoga, obstacle course, etc.
How can keeping clean help prevent sickness?
It removes germs and bacteria that can make you sick
Explain how exercise, sleep, and healthy food can help your brain work better.
Exercise gives energy, sleep helps memory, healthy food gives nutrients for brain function
Describe a time you felt proud of being kind.
Example: Helped a friend clean up, gave a compliment, shared a toy / Answers will vary
Create a balanced plate using a fruit, a vegetable, a protein, and a grain.
Veg: Broccoli, carrot, zucchini, corn, onion, spinach, lettuce, cabbage, potato, peppers, celery, etc.
Protein: Beef, chicken, turkey, eggs, fish, tofu, etc.
Grain: Whole wheat, quinoa, rice, bulgar, oats, etc.
Explain how moving your body can help you feel happier and think better.
Exercise releases energy and chemicals in the brain that improve mood and focus
Explain a daily routine that combines handwashing, dental care, and bathing.
Example: Wash hands after bathroom, brush teeth morning & night, bathe daily / Answers will vary
Example: Read for 20 minutes, do puzzles, eat fruits & vegetables / Answers will vary
Example: Monday - say something nice, Tuesday - help at home, Wednesday - share snack, etc... / Answers will vary