10 Behaviors That Promote a Healthy Weight in Preschool Children
- Type
- Course
- Date of Publication
- July 7, 2021
- Price
- See Agrilife Learn
Overview
Course Information
In this course, behaviors supporting a healthful weight in children will be discussed in context of their supporting research and recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Sample preschool eating patterns recommended by the USDA MyPlate will also be discussed.
Looking for solutions in your county? Contact your local extension experts
More choices in Health, Nutrition & Wellness
- Publication
Created by teachers, this multifaceted garden, nutrition, and physical activities curriculum is evidence-based and academically rich.
- Course
1 out of every 13 children have one or more food allergies, which can be life threatening. This course will equip child care providers with the latest regulations and standards related to food allergies in child care settings. Participants will learn how to manage food allergies in the day care and on field trips.
- Course
Infants’ experiences early in life literally influence the physical structures of the brain, opening the way for patterns of thought and behavior for the rest of a child’s life. This 1-hour course addresses critical topics related to caring for the youngest and most vulnerable population of children, infants and toddlers.
- Course
Abusive head trauma is the leading cause of death in cases of child abuse in the United States. This 2-hour course will help you better understand the dangers of abusive head trauma and how to take steps to protect the children in your care from this type of abuse.
- Course
In this course, you will learn all about infant care. We discuss foundations of infant development, the importance of a loving caregiver, infants’ amazing abilities, and best practices for supporting their development. Through an emphasis on daily activities we show how you can build relationships and promote development.
- Course
Developmentally appropriate preschool STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) experiences give young children opportunities to develop divergent thinking, problem solving, and cause and effect. Experiences have great potential to affect brain development during the crucial early childhood window of opportunity.