Here's to healthy hydration!
Hydrating is so important! Being hydrated is crucial for multiple key components in our body, including our muscles, joints, organs, and cells. Not all drinks fuel us in the same way, which is why it’s so important to be aware of the types of drinks we’re consuming. See if you can find a teaspoon. Ok, got it? Now guess how many teaspoons of sugar are in one serving of Coca Cola. What do you think?? There are 16 teaspoons of sugar in one serving of Coca Cola – so while it may relieve your thirst, it is also important to know what else it’s doing to your body! Check out these resources to learn some more about what’s in our drinks.
Potter The Otter, A Tale About Water
Read through this story and learn about the benefits of drinking water and the pitfalls of some other popular drinks. When you’re done, complete activities at the back of the book! (Kindergarten +)
Rethink Sugary Drinks
Use this website to help you determine which drinks you should continue drinking and which you should limit in your diet. Additionally, if you’re curious as to how the sugar is affecting you personally, use the online drink calculator to see the impact sugar is having on your body. (Grade 5+ or younger with an adult.)
Fuel Up! (PDF)
Learn more about how to “fuel up”. Check out some “milk math,” see if you can play “the trying game,” and learn some funny food jokes. (Grade 3+)
Beverage Brainstorm!
This is a great activity that the whole family can do! As a family, you can discover what a “whoa beverage” is, when to drink them, and the impact that unhealthy drinks can have on your long term health. (Grades 5+ or younger with an adult.)