Video Pick--Childhood Nutrition–Preventing Obesity, Vol. 3: Healthy Habits for Kids
Marilyn Hersh, Hillside Elementary School, Farmington Hills, MI -- School Library Journal, 3/13/2006
video or DVD. color. 9 min. (closed captioned). with tchr’s. guide. Injoy Birth & Parenting Videos (injoyvideos.com). 2005. #P250/#P250D. $99.95; also avail. in Spanish.
Gr 2-6–This is a colorful, kid-friendly introduction to the new USDA food pyramid. Calypso-style music, a diverse group of perky, high-energy elementary-age youngsters, and perfectly paced narration set the stage for an informative presentation about the food groups, healthy eating, and the need for an active lifestyle. Colorful vocabulary words appear to dance across the screen. Youngsters are advised to choose a variety of healthy foods and snacks and to turn off the TV/computer and get moving. Viewers will relate to the happy, healthy, smiling youngsters onscreen. A fine introduction to the new eat right/exercise national guidelines.
