Elementary Nutrition and Activity Journal

Overview

Developed to encourage a healthier lifestyle among youth, this log allows preteens to make connections between the exercise they get, the food they eat, and how it all affects their health. Utilizing the government’s new food pyramid, the guide reveals students' nutritional needs and helps them categorize food choices according to the food groups in the pyramid. They can then apply this information as they make healthier food choices daily and record their eating habits in the journal. Including chapters on sleep basics and meals and snacks, the handbook also focuses on setting and achieving fitness goals that will help students qualify for awards in the President’s Challenge Award Program.

Reviews

"This activity journal is awesome! It covers everything a young student would need to know to lead a healthy lifestyle, and it does so in a friendly way. It doesn’t judge students, but makes them feel good about the small lifestyle changes they make to improve their health." —Merrin Richardson, Ohio’s 2007 Secondary Physical Education Teacher of the Year

Author Biography

Betty Kern, MS, CSCS, is a professional educator with more than 15 years of experience and certifications in mathematics and physical education. She is a certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. She is the author of Middle School Physical Education Activity and Nutrition Journal and Personal Wellness for the Christian College Student. She lives in Mogadore, Ohio.