THIS BOOK IS DEDICATED TO THE ALL OF THE BUSY FAMILIES LOOKING FOR A QUICK, DELICIOUS, AND HEALTHY WAY OF LIVING.

Family Involvement

Parents have a major impact on their children's health. It all begins at home.

Moms and Dads are role models for their children. Parents should always encourage kids to eat healthy and safe foods, while staying physically active.

Good nutrition for children involves meeting their needs for appropriate growth, development, and function.

EDUCATORS GO FAR BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

THEY TEACH LIFE LESSONS WHICH INCLUDE:

HEALTHY AND SAFE EATING ALONG WITH DAILY EXERCISE

THE MYPLATE GUIDE TO EATING:

communicates the messages of the Dietary Guidelines in a user-friendly manner that is not only an excellent guide for making food choices but also a valuable tool for educating and encouraging children about good nutrition (U.S. Department of Agriculture [USDA], 2011).

CREATE A MENU:

Cooking time should be family fun time!

Create a healthy menu based on everyone's likes and dislikes! Cook together, eat together, and have fun!