Healthy Lifestyles Resources

We understand that negative self-perception can lead to harmful behaviors. Our educational resources are designed to encourage positive self-image and promote healthy lifestyle behaviors for children and families. Explore our collection of engaging activities and trainings to build confidence, resilience, and well-being.

• Understanding healthy lifestyles
• Educational video library
• Downloadable resources
• Community programs

Understanding healthy lifestyles

The stigma of a child's weight can pose many consequences impacting their psychological and physical health, including an increase in being bullied, a vulnerability to depression, anxiety and substance abuse, as well as social isolation and adverse academic outcomes.

Downloadable resources 

• 5210+ Every Day Brochure-English/ 5210+ Every Day Brochure-Español  This brochure discusses the following healthy lifestyle key messages: 5 or more servings of fruit/vegetables daily, 2 hours or less of recreational screen time, 1 hour or more of physical activity, zero sugary drinks and the importance of quality sleep.  
• Go, Slow, Whoa slim car-English/Español-  This educational slim card includes information about go, slow and whoa foods.
• Recipe / Activity Book (English / Español) – This is a coloring / activity book that includes kid friendly recipes to encourage healthy eating and ways to stay active.
• Screen Time Brochure-English/ Screen Time Brochure-Español- This brochure discusses the Academy of American Pediatric(AAP) screentime recommendations and prompts families on how to make a family media plan.
• Yoga cards - English / Yoga cards - Español Yoga helps us practice mindfulness. That means, it can help you be aware of different sensations and feelings in the body. During yoga, you can regulate your nervous system by moving, stretching and breathing. Use these cards to learn different yoga poses.

Education and training

Training

The following trainings can be provided virtually or in person upon request and staff availability. To make a request, contact Aaron Olivares for Gardening, Mandy Ebner for 5210+ Every Day, and Dora Garcia for Nutrion security. 

How to Grow Microgreens: Learn how to grow microgreens and be able to teach the children and families that you serve how to grow them. The training provides an overview of the lessons and the materials so you can bring this helpful content your organization

5210+ Every Day: 5210+ Every Day is an educational program that teaches lessons on healthy lifestyle choices on the following key topics: Eating a nutritious diet, being physically active, reducing fun screen time, and getting quality sleep. The program includes 4 lessons that can be taught either individually or in a classroom environment. The training provides an overview of the lessons and the materials so you can bring this helpful content to your organization.

Trauma Informed Nutrition Security training:  This session will introduce the trauma-informed approach to your work in addressing food insecurity.

Garden Workshops:  Garden Workshops provide community partners with opportunities for education, networking and sharing insights on various gardening topics. These workshops are hosted in partnership with the North Texas School Garden Network  

Community programs

Discover our programs designed to support community health and well-being. From educational workshops to group support sessions, we offer resources to help our community become informed and connected on the issues affecting our children.