Thomas Lake Phy Ed & Health Connections

Alliance for a Healthier Generation
http://www.healthiergeneration.org
The movement for a Healthier Generation begins with youth, it's all about being active and having fun.

USDA MyPyramid.gov
http://www.mypyramid.gov/kids/index.html

The Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, an organization of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, was established in 1994 to improve the nutrition and well-being of Americans. Toward this goal, the Center focuses its efforts on two primary objectives. To advance and promote dietary guidance for all Americans, and conduct applied research and analyses in nutrition and consumer economics. One of the Center's core products is the MyPyramid Food Guidance System.

Fitness Fever
http://www.fitnessfever.com

Dole Five a Day Nutrition
http://www.dole5aday.com

BAM! Body and Mind
http://www.bam.gov

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention created this site to encourage kids to build and maintain healthy bodies and minds.

KidsHealth.org
http://kidshealth.org/kid

Calling all kids. Ever wonder how your body works? What makes you sick? Or how to keep safe? Get all the answers to your health questions in this kids only section. This comprehensive site (created by the nonprofit Nemours Foundation) is one the best of the year because of its depth, breadth and excellent organization. For example, listed under "People, Places, & Things That Help You Feel Better" are articles on Going to the Dentist (filled under People), What Happens at the Emergency Room (found under Places) and Living with Braces (listed under Things)

Tufts University - Nutrition Navigator
http://navigator.tufts.edu

Dairy Council of California
http://www.dairycouncilofca.org

This site has relevant nutrition and health content for educators, health professionals, kids, parents and adults. The interactive learning tools for assessing diet and physical activity include a:
- Food Guide Pyramid learning game;
- Calcium assessment;
- Personal Nutrition Planner, and;
- Personal Fitness Planner.

Surfnet for Kids Nutritional Sites
http://www.surfnetkids.com/nutritio.htm

CodeRedRover.org
http://www.CodeRedRover.org

CodeRedRover.org is a vibrant, engaging Web site that's kid- tested and teacher-approved. The site's main character is Rover the Home Safety Hound - a friendly dog who encourages children to make safe, smart choices in and around the home through games, activities, online contests, crafts and do-it-yourself projects.

 The School Athletics Center
http://www.edgate.com/school_athletics/student/sporting_articles

Play Ball! Teachable Science and Math Ideas about Baseball Educators, take a look at these sites to learn how you can use baseball to teach science and math. Students, check out these cool, sports-related activities.

Risk Watch (Kids)
http://www.nfpa.org/riskwatch/kids.html

Kids, there are lots of things you and your friends can do to stay safe. Check out our games and test your safety smarts. Who knows, you might even learn something new!




 

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