Resources for Encouraging Good Nutrition and Physical Fitness
Young Children articles and NAEYC books
Aronson, S.S., ed., with P.M. Spahr. 2002. Healthy young children: A manual for programs. 4th ed. Washington, DC: NAEYC.
Birch, L.L., S.L. Johnson, & J.A. Fisher. 1995. Research in Review. Children's eating: The development of food-acceptance patterns. Young Children 50 (2): 71-78.
Chenfeld, M.B. 2004. Education is a moving experience: Get movin'! Young Children 59 (4): 56-57.
Clements, R., & S. Schneider. 2006. Movement-based learning: Academic concepts and physical activity for ages three through eight. Reston, VA: American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. Available through NAEYC.
Colker, L.J. 2005. The cooking book: Fostering young children's learning and delight. Washington, DC: NAEYC.
Fuhr, J.E., with K. Barclay. 1998. The importance of appropriate nutrition and nutrition education. Young Children 53 (1): 74-80.
Huettig, C., C. Sanborn, N. DiMarco, A. Popejoy, & S. Rich. 2004. The O generation: Our youngest children are at risk for obesity. Young Children 59 (2): 50-55.
Javernick, E. 1988. Johnny's not jumping: Can we help obese children? Young Children 43 (2): 18-23.
Marcon, R.A. 2003. Research in Review. Growing children: The physical side of development. Young Children 58 (1): 80-87.
Miller, S.E. 1999. Balloons, blankets, and balls: Gross-motor activities to use indoors. Young Children 54 (5): 58-63.
Palmer, H. 2001. The music, movement, and learning connection. Young Children 56 (5): 13-17.
Pica, R. 1997. Beyond physical development: Why young children need to move. Young Children 52 (6): 4-11.
Poest, C.A., J.R. Williams, D.D. Witt, & M.E. Atwood. 1990. Challenge me to move: Large muscle development in young children. Young Children 45 (5): 4-10.
Rodger, L. 1996. Adding movement throughout the day. Young Children 51 (3): 4-6.
Sanders, S.W. 2002. Active for life: Developmentally appropriate movement programs for young children. Washington, DC: NAEYC.
Smith, K. 2002. Dancing in the forest: Narrative writing through dance. Young Children 57 (2): 90-94.
Torbert, M. 2005. Using active group games to develop basic life skills. Young Children 60 (4): 72-78.
Torbert, M., & L.M. Schneider. 2005. Follow me too. Washington, DC: NAEYC.
Werner, P., S. Timms, & L. Almond. 1996. Health stops: Practical ideas for health-related exercise in preschool and primary classrooms. Young Children 51 (6): 48-55.
Other articles and publications
American Academy of Pediatrics. 2003. Prevention of pediatric overweight and obesity. Policy statement. Pediatrics 112 (2): 424-30. Online: "http://aappolicy.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/pediatrics;112/2/424.
American Dietetic Association. 2002. Start healthy: The guide to teaching your little one good eating habits. Fact sheet (pdf version). Food & Nutrition Information, Kids' Nutrition Needs. Online: http://www.eatright.org/ada/files/gerber.pdf.
Bar-Or, O., J. Foreyt, C. Bouchard, K.D. Brownell, W.H. Dietz, E. Ravussin, A.D. Salbe, S. Schwenger, S. St. Jeor, & B. Torun.1998. Physical activity, genetic, and nutritional considerations in childhood weight management. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise 30 (1): 2-10.
Bellows, L., K. Cole, J. Anderson. In press. Family Fun with New Foods: A parent component to the Food Friends social marketing campaign. Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior.
Birch, L. 1998. Development of food acceptance patterns in the first years of life. Proceedings of the Nutrition Society 57: 617-24.
Bobroff, L. 2005. The benefits of healthful snacking. Literature review. Bureau of Child Nutrition Programs, Florida Department of Education. Online: www.fldoe.org/nutrition/teachers/snacksmart/pdf/04-HealthfulSnacking.pdf.
Boutelle, K.N., A.S. Birnbaum, L.A. Lytle, D.M. Murray, & M. Story. 2003. Associations between perceived family meal environment and parent intake of fruit, vegetables, and fat. Journal of Nutrition and Education Behavior 35 (1): 24-29.
Carson, L.M. 2001. The "I Am Learning" curriculum: Developing a movement awareness in young children. Teaching Elementary Physical Education 12 (5): 9-13.
Dennison, P.E., & G.E. Dennison. 1989. Brain gym. Ventura, CA: Edu-Kinesthetics.
Ebbeling, C.B., D.B. Pawlak, & D.S. Ludwig. 2002. Childhood obesity: Public health crisis, common sense cure. The Lancet 360: 473-82.
Fauth, B. 1990. Linking the visual arts with drama, movement, and dance for the young child. In Moving and learning for the young child, ed. W.J. Stinson, 159-87. Reston, VA: American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance.
Goodway, J.D., H. Crowe, & P. Ward. 2003. Effects of motor skill instruction on fundamental motor skill development. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly 20: 291-314.
Goodway, J.D., & D.W. Smith. 2005. Keeping all children healthy: Challenges to leading an active lifestyle for preschool children qualifying for at-risk programs. Family & Com- munity Health 28 (2): 142-55.
Graham, G., S.A. Holt/Hale, & M. Parker. 2004. Children moving: A reflective approach to teaching physical education. Boston: McGraw-Hill.
Hannaford, C. 1995. Smart moves: Why learning is not all in your head. Arlington, VA: Great Ocean.
Hood, E. 2005. Sharing solutions for childhood obesity. Environmental Health Perspectives 113 (8): A520-22. Online: www.ehponline.org/docs/2005/113-8/niehsnews.html.
Jensen, E. 2000. Learning with the body in mind: The scientific basis for energizers, movement, play, games, and physical education. Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin.
Landy, J., & K. Burridge. 1997. Fifty simple things you can do to raise a child who is physically fit. New York: Macmillan.
McCall, R.M., & D.H. Craft. 2000. Moving with a purpose: Developing programs for preschoolers of all abilities. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
National Association for Sport and Physical Education. N.d. One hundred and one tips for family fitness and fun. Brochure. Reston, VA: Author.
National Association for Sport and Physical Education. 2000. Appropriate practice in movement programs for children ages three to five. Position statement. Reston, VA: Author. Online: www.aahperd.org/NASPE/template.cfm?template=peappropriatepractice/index.html.
National Association for Sport and Physical Education. 2002. Active start: A statement of physical activity guidelines for children birth to five years. Reston, VA: Author.
Nicklas, T., T. Baranowski, J.C. Baranowski, K. Cullen, & L. Rittenberry. 2001. Family and child care provider influence on preschool children's fruit, juice, and vegetable consumption. Nutrition Reviews 58: 224-35.
O'Dea, J.A. 2004. Prevention of child obesity: "First, do no harm." Health Education Research 20 (2): 259-65.
Orlick, T. 2006. Cooperative games and sports. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
Panicucci, J., & N. Stratton Constable. 2003. Adventure curriculum for physical education: Elementary school. Beverly, MA: Project Adventure.
Pate, R.R., K.A. Pfeiffer, S.G. Trost, P. Ziegler, & M. Dowda. 2004. Physical activity among children attending preschools. Pediatrics 114 (5): 1258-63.
Payne, V.G., & L.D. Isaacs. 2005. Human motor development: A lifespan approach. 6th ed. Boston: McGraw-Hill.
Pica. R. 2000. Moving and learning series: Preschoolers and kindergartners. Albany, NY: Delmar Thomson Learning.
Pica. R. 2000. Moving and learning series: Toddlers. Albany, NY: Delmar Thomson Learning.
Pica, R. 2003. Your active child: How to boost physical, emotional, and cognitive development through age-appropriate activity. New York: McGraw-Hill.
Pica, R. 2006. Moving and learning across the curriculum: More than 300 activities and games to make learning fun. 2nd ed. Albany, NY: Delmar Thomson Learning.
Rarback, S. 2005. Climbing the new food pyramid. South Florida Parenting (July): 90.
Reis, T. 2006. Fighting for fitness. Edutopia (Dec/Jan.): 31-37.
Rich, S., N. DiMarco, C. Huettig, E. Essery, E. Andersson, & C. Sanborn. 2005. Perceptions of health status and play activities in parents of overweight Hispanic toddlers and preschoolers. Family and Community Health 28: 130-141.
Rudisill, M.E., & S. Wall. 2004. Meeting "Active Start" guidelines in the ADC-Moton Program: Preschool. Teaching Elementary Physical Education 15: 25-29.
Sanders, S. 1992. Designing preschool movement programs. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
Sellers, K., T.J. Russo, I. Baker, & B.A. Dennison. 2005. The role of childcare providers in the prevention of childhood overweight. Journal of Early Childhood Research 3: 227-42.
Smith, C.J., C.M. Hendricks, & B.S. Bennett. 2006. Growing, growing, growing strong. 2nd ed. St. Paul, MN: Redleaf.
Stinson, S. 1988. Dance for young children: Finding the magic in movement. Reston, VA: American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance.
USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion. 2001. Report card on the diet quality of children ages 2 to 9. Nutrition Insights 25. Online: www.usda.gov/cnpp/Insights/Insight25.pdf.
Washington State Department of Health. 2005. Nutrition and physical activity: A policy resource guide. Olympia: Author. Online: www.doh.wa.gov/cfh/steps/publications/nutrition_activity_policy_guide_final.pdf.
Wechsler, H.M., L. McKenna, S.M. Lee, & W.H. Dietz. 2004. The role of schools in preventing childhood obesity. The State Education Standard (Dec.). Online: www.nasbe.org/Standard/17_Dec2004/Wechsler2.pdf.
Young, L., J. Anderson, L. Beckstrom, L. Bellows, & S.L. Johnson. 2003. Making new foods fun for kids. Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior 35: 337-38.
Web sites, programs, and organizations [click on links below]
Action for Healthy Kids is a nonprofit organization formed to address the epidemic of overweight, undernourished, and sedentary youth by focusing on changes at school. www.actionforhealthykids.org
Alliance for a Healthier Generation, a joint initiative of the William J. Clinton Foundation and the American Heart Association, addresses childhood obesity and seeks to inspire young Americans to develop lifelong healthy habits. The Healthy Schools Program will help schools create environments that foster healthy lifestyles and help students avoid becoming overweight or obese. www.clintonfoundation.org/cf-pgm-hs-hk-home.htm
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) provides information and policy statements on obesity, fitness, and nutrition along with many other child health topics. Its policy statement "Prevention of Pediatric Overweight and Obesity" proposes strategies to foster prevention and early identification of overweight and obesity in children. www.aap.org
American Heart Association offers information about heart-healthy foods and fitness activities for children and adults as well as specific information about heart-related diseases and conditions, dietary recommendations for children and youth, and cardiovascular diseases statistics. www.americanheart.org
American Obesity Association: Childhood Obesity offers comprehensive information about childhood obesity, including fitness and nutrition information specifically for schools. www.obesity.org/subs/childhood/prevention.shtml
American Public Health Association (APHA) brings together researchers, health service providers, administrators, teachers, and other health workers. APHA's 2006 National Public Health Week campaign focused on raising healthy children. www.apha.org%20or%20www.apha.org/nphw/2006
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offers a wide variety of health information, with a search tool to find information on child health, nutrition, and fitness topics. www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/sgr/sgr.htm
Connect for Kids-Obesity Resources has information for educators and parents on childhood obesity, nutrition, and fitness and includes an online BMI (Body Mass Index) calculator adjustable for gender and age. www.connectforkids.org/obesity_resource
Consortium to Lower Obesity in Chicago Children brings together hundreds of organizations and individuals to confront childhood obesity in Chicago. A childhood overweight overview offers articles and links addressing overweight prevention. www.connectforkids.org/obesity_resource
Fit Source, from the National Child Care Information Center, offers child care and after-school providers a variety of physical activity and nutrition resources including links to activities, lesson plans, healthy recipes, information for parents, and many other downloadable tools to help programs incorporate physical activity and nutrition. www2.nccic.org/fitsource/
Food Research and Action Center is a national organization working to improve public policies to end hunger and undernutrition in the United States. The Web site includes news updates and national information on school nutrition programs. www.frac.org
Golden Carrot Award was created by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) to recognize the leadership of food service professionals having an exceptional impact on the health of children in schools. PCRM is a nonprofit organization that promotes preventive medicine through healthy eating and sponsors the Healthy School Lunch Campaign. www.healthyschoollunches.org/contact/carrot.html
KidsHealth for Parents offers a clear explanation of the U.S. Department of Agriculture's dietary guidelines for a healthy diet for children, as shown in the new food guide pyramid. The guidelines suggest that kids eat more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains than in the past and that they get 30 to 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise each day. www.kidshealth.org/parent/nutrition_fit/nutrition/pyramid.html
Leafy Greens of the National Leafy Greens Council provides nutrition and education information to consumers. Teachers can find ideas for lesson plans and activities that stress healthy eating for our youngest children. www.leafy-greens.org
MayoClinic.com offers information on numerous diseases and conditions as well as advice for healthy living. Of particular interest are "Childhood Obesity: What Parents Can Do" (www.mayo clinic.com/health/childhood-obesity/FL00058) and "Keeping Kids Active: Ideas for Parents" (www.mayoclinic.com/health /fitness/FL00030). www.mayoclinic.com
MyPyramid.gov features the revised food guide pyramid and how it works. The site includes in-formation on the different food groups, tips and resources, and an online game for elementary-school-age children. Enter your vital statistics and create an individualized food plan.
www.mypyramid.gov
National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE) is a nonprofit professional organization comprised of individuals engaged in the study of human movement and the delivery of sport and physical activity programs. Educating the American public about the importance of physical education for all children and youth is a primary focus. www.aahperd.org/NASPE
PE Central provides health and physical education teachers, parents, and students the latest information about developmentally appropriate physical education programs for children and youth. It includes lesson ideas, assessment ideas, information on preschool physical education and more. www.PEcentral.com
Team Nutrition's goal is to improve children's lifelong eating and physical activity habits. This Web site provides nutrition information for school food service personnel, educators, caregivers, and child care personnel. http://teamnutrition.usda.gov
Texas Woman's University Growing with EASE, a program by a transdisciplinary team of researchers/educators devoted to the prevention of childhood obesity, shares information on eating, activity, and self-esteem for school personnel and families in both English and Spanish. www.twu.edu/INSPIRE/IWH/IWHintro.htm
WIN Weight Control Information Network, an information service of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disease, offers parents and others caring for children information and resources about children's healthy eating and physical activity. http://win.niddk.nih.gov/publications/child.htm
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