Energize!
Now that you’ve learned a lot about different fuels for your body, check out different ways to use that energy. You’ll also learn why movement and exercise is important. There are many benefits to exercising regularly. For one thing, is it good for both the muscles and the bones in the body because it helps them to grow. Additionally, exercise can increase the amount of endorphins the body produces, which have been shown to increase positive feelings.
Cosmic Kids Yoga
Join Cosmic Kids Yoga for some fun stretching and movement. They’ll take you to space, Troll Land, and even under the sea! (Kindergarten +)
Zumba For Kids
Dancing is a great way to exercise –and, it’s fun! Check out this short Zumba dance video. (This video is in Spanish. Grade 2+)
Monthly Calenders
Check out these monthly calendars that will give you fun daily goals to complete. How many star jumps can you do? (Calendars are available in both English and Spanish.)
How To Be More Physically Active (PDF)
Looking for more ideas about ways to be physically active? Try one of these ideas! (Grade 4+)
Field Day Fun: Soccer Maze (PDF)
Can you help Nate and Kate through the soccer maze? (Grade 3+) From the USDA's Discover MyPlate Student Workbook.
GoNoodle
The goal of GoNoodle is to help kids become more active while allowing them to do the things they already love. The project was originally started in 2013. In 2018 an app was launched to help kids track their exercise levels. (Grades 2-3+)
Run, Jump, Play! Coloring Pages (PDF)
Color in these different activities and see if you can figure out which ones would increase your heart rate! (Grade 2-3+) From the USDA's Discover MyPlate Student Workbook.