Schools + Communities

iStock_000043600684XXLargeFrom 1981 to 1996 the number of boys and girls who were overweight doubled and the number that were obese tripled. Public Health Agency of Canada

Preschools and daycares play an important role in teaching a child good eating habits and how to live an active life. Active and healthy children learn better and develop healthy habits that can last their whole lives.

Schools also play an important role in teaching a child good eating habits and how to live an active life. Active and healthy children learn better and develop healthy habits that can last their whole lives.

Explore more by viewing COF programs and resources on this website like Healthy Beginnings for Preschoolers 2-5, Sip Smart, Screen Smart and more!

LIVE 5-2-1-0!

5

or more veggies and fruit per day

 

2
no more than two hours of screen time a day

1
hour of physical activity or more per day

0

no sugary drinks