My kids don't like eating vegetables. (And I don't really either but I'm getting better since I eat AIP -- autoimmune protocol.) But juicing and smoothies have saved the day for us! We can get in our kids' daily allotment of nutrients from veggies (and fruits) by either juicing or using the Vitamix. That's why I wanted to share the new book, Juice Manifesto: More than 120 Flavor-Packed Juices, … [Read more...]
fit4Schools: Movement and Healthy Lifestyles in Schools
Research proves that movement is an important part of learning. Not only as a teaching tool (kinesthetic learning), but as a way to stimulate the brain for improved learning. Now, a new, free website filled with teacher resources and lessons, fit4Schools, hopes to contribute positively to movement in schools and to educate students about healthy lifestyles. fit4Schools is a health activation … [Read more...]
5 Fun Farm to Table Activities for Kids
You've heard about the farm to table movement but have you introduced it to your kids? Try one or more of these fun farm to tale activities to get started. Kids like mine, that live in the city, often don't know where their food comes from before it appears on their plates. So, there are fun ways to educate kids about the origins of their food, how food is processed (or not), the benefits of … [Read more...]
Why Talking About Puberty Is Important
"Dear Mrs. Taylor, We're moving in March so I was wondering if you could teach puberty before we move?" I taught puberty to my 5th graders for many years. For the majority of my students, it was new information. (As implied by the letter above.) And, for some students, it was too late. About 15% of girls are starting puberty as young as age seven! My students felt like they could ask me … [Read more...]
Back to School Eco-Friendly Lunchbox Ideas
You already know that bringing your own healthy lunch to school is more nutritious than buying school lunch, right? But have you thought about all the waste that happens if you send food in throw-away plastic baggies and don't reuse those baggies? I have lunchbox ideas to solve that dilemma. In a class of 20 students who all bring a snack from home and 8 pack a lunch, that's 28 plastic bags in … [Read more...]