Georgia DPH and Georgia Organics are pleased to announce a 2021 mini-grant program for innovative Farm to School (F2S) projects that create and share farm to school best practices. The application closes on September 11. Click the link to apply!
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Rock climbing is a fun way for kids to increase physical activity, motion and flexibility. It allows them to build strength in their arms, legs and core, and helps with coordination, balance and stability, making it a great full-body workout.
Overnight oats are a no-cook method of making oatmeal. Mix old-fashioned oats with the liquid and other mix-ins and let it rest in the fridge overnight. In the morning, you have a pudding-like porridge that is perfect for easy grab-and-go breakfasts.
An energizer is a classroom-based physical activity that helps teachers integrate physical activity with academic concepts. Here is a great one that teachers can try with grades 1-3.
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There are several benefits to starting a garden. Children learn responsibility by taking care of plants and develop self-confidence when they achieve their goals.
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Farm to School is an initiative in partnership with Georgia Organics to teach students the critical life skills of growing, cooking and appreciating fresh food.
Power Up this Thursday with a sack race. Jumping on a regular basis improves your cardiovascular fitness (the ability of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen to working muscles). In fact, jumping is one of the very best exercises to keep your heart healthy.
Even though kids may ask their parents for unhealthy foods, caregivers should encourage healthy decision-making, beginning with which foods are regularly stocked in the house.