A habit is a behaviour that is repeated so often it becomes routine. A healthy habit creates a feeling of wellness in the body, mind, and spirit. These habits help children grow up happy and healthy. Children watch and learn healthy habits from the adults in their lives, such as parents, caregivers, program staff, and healthcare professionals. To help children develop healthy habits, it is important for the adults in children’s lives to practice healthy habits.
The following resources include information to help parents and caregivers and their children learn about healthy habits. Click on the following titles to view and/or download the corresponding postcard.
The Healthy Habits Facilitator Guide provides strategies and activities to help frontline staff use the Healthy Habits resources with parents and caregivers. Activities are also provided that help teach healthy habits to children. These activities can be used both within programs and within the home environment.
A habit is a behaviour that is repeated so often it becomes routine. A healthy habit creates a feeling of wellness in the body, mind, and spirit. These habits help children grow up happy and healthy. Children watch and learn healthy habits from the adults in their lives, such as parents, caregivers, program staff, and healthcare professionals. To help children develop healthy habits, it is important for the adults in children’s lives to practice healthy habits.
The following resources include information to help parents and caregivers and their children learn about healthy habits. Click on the following titles to view and/or download the corresponding postcard.