Food
Physical Activity
Sleep
Screen Time
100

Brown rice, whole-wheat pasta, and quinoa are part of which food group?

a. Meat/Alternatives

b. Milk/Alternatives

c. Grains

d. Vegetables

c. Grains

Grains are a great source of carbohydrates and help give you energy!

100

True or false: Playing outside counts as physical activity?

a. True

Playing indoors or outdoors is a great way to move your body! This is why recess is so important!

100

What is something you should not do right before bed?
A. Read a book
B. Brush your teeth
C. Play video games or use a tablet
D. Take a warm bath

C. Play video games or use a tablet

Using screens before bed can decrease your sleep quality, causing you to be more tired thorughout the day!

100

True or false: It is important to turn off screens at least 1 hour before bed.

True

It is recommended to turn off screens at least one hour before bedtime. This allows your brain time to wind down and begin producing melatonin, the sleep hormone, which is suppressed by blue light emitted from screens.

200

What are some of the benefits of eating breakfast?

a. Better concentration

b. Increased school attendance

c. Improved performance

d. All of the above

d. All of the above

Eating a nutritious breakfast can give you great energy to start your day at school and has been linked with improved school performance!

200

What is the name of the organ that pumps blood to your heart during exercise?

Heart

The heart pumps blood around your body to ensure your cells have enough energy and oxygen for activity!

200

How does sleep help you at school?
A. It makes the school day shorter
B. It helps you concentrate and remember what you learned
C. It lets you sleep in class
D. It teaches you new math skills while dreaming

B. It helps you concentrate and remember what you learned

Getting a good night's sleep has many benefits such as improved focus, energy, and mood!

200

Why should you take breaks when using a screen?
A. So your tablet doesn't get bored
B. To rest your eyes and move your body
C. To charge the screen
D. To eat more candy

B. To rest your eyes and move your body

When using screens, it's generally recommended to take a short break to move around at least every hour. Thus, the importance of recess!

300

Which food is a good source of protein and iron?

a. Toast

b. Eggs

c. Blueberries

d. Apple juice

b. Eggs

One large egg contains 6 g of protein and almost 1 mg of iron. Protein supports growing muscles and is also used in building bones, cartilage, skin, and blood. Iron helps the body carry oxygen within the blood and helps muscles store and use oxygen.

300

How many minutes of physical activity should kids get each day?

60 minutes

At least 180 minutes of activity a day, with 60 minutes of energetic play is required for children!

300

How many hours of sleep do kids aged 6–10 need each night?
A. 4–6 hours
B. 6–8 hours
C. 9–11 hours
D. 12–14 hours

C. 9–11 hours

Kids aged 5-13 need 9-11 hours of sleep per night!

300

Why should you not watch screens while eating meals?
A. Because the food tastes better when you’re not distracted
B. Because screens make your food cold
C. Because you can only eat one type of food while watching
D. Because watching screens gives you more energy

A. Because the food tastes better when you’re not distracted

Eating meals distraction-free actually makes you enjoy your meal more and the people you are sharing it with!

400

Which item is considered to be a good source of fibre?

a. Straberry jam

b. Strawberries

c. Cow's milk

d. Bacon

b. strawberries

Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds are the main food groups that are high in fibe

400

Why is stretching important after exercise?
A. To fall asleep quickly
B. To help your muscles relax and not get sore
C. To burn more calories
D. To make your feet grow

B. To help your muscles relax and not get sore

Stretching is important to reduce injury and maintain flexibility!

400

What is a good bedtime routine to help your brain know it's time for sleep?
A. Play tag in the dark, then go to bed
B. Do homework in bed
C. Turn off screens, brush your teeth, read a book
D. Eat dinner and start a movie

C. Turn off screens, brush your teeth, read a book

Having a good bedtime routine can help tell your brain that it is time for sleep!

400

What is the recommended amount of screen time per day for children?

2 hours

No more than 2 hours per day of recreational screen time! Ex. wathcing tv, video games, TikTok

500

What percentage of your meal plate should consist of fruits and vegetables?

a. 25%

b. 50%

c. 75%

d. 100%

b. 50%

Fruits and vegetables are an important part of each meal as they contain essential nutrients and are packed with fibre!

500

Which of the following is a long-term benefit of being physically active?
A. You get tired more easily during the day
B. You need less sleep at night
C. Your muscles and bones become stronger over time
D. You don’t have to eat fruits or vegetables

C. Your muscles and bones become stronger over time

There are many long-term benefits of physical activity like better sleep and mood, healthy heart, and improved strength!

500

What part of your body grows and rests most during sleep?
A. Feet
B. Brain and body
C. Fingers
D. Eyes

B. Brain and body

Sleep is important for brain development and repair, as well as body recovery!

500

What is one way too much screen time can affect your body if you don’t take breaks?

A. Makes your muscles stronger
B. Causes your eyes to feel tired or blurry
C. Helps you run faster
D. Improves your memory

B. Causes your eyes to feel tired or blurry

Too much screen time can make your eyes very tired and can cause blurred vision!