Talking is Teaching Healthy Habits

 

Let’s Talk About Healthy Habits

Talking is Teaching: Healthy HabitsParents and caregivers can play a big role in helping their children develop and maintain healthy habits, such as handwashing skills, dental hygiene, healthy eating, physical activity, and positive social-emotional development. Talking to kids about healthy habits is most effective through modeling behavior and keeping conversations positive. Encourage variety in eating, daily physical activity, and consistent sleep routines, while involving them in meal planning and preparation to build long-term, sustainable habits.

Talking is Teaching: Healthy Habits

Below you will find downloadable resources including book and video recommendations for children, a fun, family-themed scavenger hunt, an inspiring activities calendar and a helpful family-discussion tip sheet. This bundle is filled with ways to help parents and caregivers talk, read, and sing with their children about healthy habits.