FEATURES & DETAILS:
- Copyright: 2005
- Language: English, Spanish
- Color
- MARC records, Catalog Card Kit and Single Main Entry Cards are available
- Features: Chapter Select, Discussion Questions & Activities
- Technical: Single Layer, Single Sided, Full Screen
- DVD Region: ALL
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PRODUCT SUMMARY
"Eat right." You hear it all the time! But have you ever thought about why? Nutrition explains how your body uses food for many purposes: to provide energy, to keep you from getting sick and to help you grow. Viewers explore key topics such as food groups and healthy food handling, and learn how to read labels effectively to make the best food choices. This delightful program reminds viewers to consider balance and moderation when making choices about food, while also introducing other important factors on food choice such as culture, advertising and food fads. In a world full of so many choices, learning how to make healthy ones about nutrition can make eating right -- and being healthy -- a lasting habit. Part of the multivolume Health for Children DVD Series. A teacher's guide is available online.
EDITORIAL REVIEWS
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...feature[es] easy, practical tips for healthy eating habits…a fun and sensible program…Recommended for both school and public libraries."- Video Librarian (May/June 2005)
"The pacing is brisk, and the subject matter is important. A valuable series for health education."- School Library Journal (May 2005)
"Recommended."- Library Media Connection (Nov 2005)
FULL REVIEWS
School Library Journal (May 2005)
K-Gr 4-Each program focuses on a different area of wellness, and points out how good choices can lead to good habits. The multiethnic cast uses vignettes, discussion, and example to show ways in which viewers can promote their own health and well-being. In Safety Awareness, basic safety rules are covered for fire safety, poisons, electricity, being home alone, and transportation. A fashion show features safe sports attire. Viewers are also given information on when it is appropriate to call 911. Personal Health and Hygiene discusses physical fitness (including warm-ups and cool-downs), and general health issues-cleanliness; tooth, eye, and ear care; sleep; nutrition; and the importance of using sunscreen. Decisions and Conflicts outlines the decision-making process and teaches conflict-resolution. It discusses peer pressure (both positive and negative), and gives information on dealing with bullying. In Nutrition, food groups are presented, and their role in good health is explored. Viewers are encouraged to read nutrition labels, eat healthy snacks and a good breakfast, and exercise. Food allergies and safe food-handling rules are also presented. Dealing with Feelings examines anger, fear, sadness, stress, worry, and jealousy. Youngsters are urged to share their feelings and talk things over with a trusted adult. Strong family ties are encouraged, and self-esteem is emphasized. The remaining two programs were not reviewed. Each program includes a review of all key points. The pacing is brisk, and the subject matter is important. A valuable series for health education.
Copyright 2005 School Library Journal. Used with permission.