Happy New Year
For Kindergarten-2nd Grade, Eating the Right Amount & Respecting Others
How Much Should You Eat?
Eating the right amount of food helps you stay healthy and strong!
Here’s a fun way to remember portion sizes:
- Cookie = about the size of a golf ball
- Dinner plate = about the size of a frisbee
- Meat = about the size of a deck of cards
Next time you eat, think about these objects. It’s an easy way to know if your portion is just right!
What We See in Media
TV shows, ads, and videos often show big meals or snacks. These pictures can make us want to eat more than we need.
Remember: Just because you see it on TV doesn’t mean it’s healthy!
Choose foods that help your body, like fruits, veggies, and water.
Food Allergies
Some people can’t eat certain foods because they have allergies. Common allergies include:
If a friend says they have an allergy, respect them! Never share food unless you know it’s safe for them. Keeping everyone healthy is important.
For 3rd and 4th grade, Be Smart. Be Strong. Be Healthy!
Sugar Smart
Too much sugar can hurt your teeth and cause cavities. It can also make you gain too much weight. Doctors say kids should eat only a little added sugar each day. Drink water instead of soda and eat fruit instead of candy!
Get Moving!
Playing and exercising every day helps your heart stay strong. It also helps prevent sickness like diabetes and heart disease. Try to run, jump, or play outside for at least 1 hour every day!
Set Goals and Plan Your Time
Goals help you do great things!
- Short-term goal: Something you can do soon, like eating a fruit today.
- Long-term goal: Something that takes time, like learning to swim.
When you make a goal, plan your time. If you want to play soccer and finish homework, make a schedule. Good time management helps you reach your goals!
Make Healthy Choices
Set a goal to eat healthy foods. Try this: “I will eat one fruit and one veggie every day.” You can look up facts from books or websites to learn what foods are good for you. The more you know, the better choices you make!
Stay Away from Dangerous Stuff
Medicine should only be taken the right way. Never take medicine that is not yours.
Alcohol, tobacco, vaping, and other drugs are very harmful. They can hurt your body, your mind, and even your friendships. Household products like cleaners can also be dangerous—never sniff or taste them!
What to Do in an Emergency
If someone takes too much medicine or a dangerous substance, they may feel sick or act strange. Call 911 or tell an adult right away. You can also call Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Friends and Choices
Friends can help you make good choices—or bad ones. If someone offers you alcohol or drugs, say “No!” and walk away. That’s called a refusal skill.
If you see someone using drugs, report it to an adult. Reporting is to keep people safe. Tattling is just trying to get someone in trouble. Safety always comes first!
Tip for January: Drink water, move your body, and make smart choices every day!
Keep healthy and safe technology use at home!
Thanks,
Mr. Williams
