September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month

"Community-led efforts to improve access to healthy food have been transformational"--you ARE making a difference! 

The State of Childhood Obesity released its 2024 Annual Report at https://stateofchildhoodobesity.org/2024-annual-report/, and it shows that some community-led programs across the U.S. are leading to healthier lifestyles.

Did you know according to the CDC:

• Approximately 1 in 5 U.S. children and adolescents have obesity.
• Obesity affects some groups more than others, including adolescents, Hispanic and non-Hispanic Black children, and children in families with lower incomes. (https://www.cdc.gov/obesity/childhood-obesity-facts/childhood-obesity-facts.html)

 

NICHQ provides a plethora of resources to help with healthy kids initiatives that is called the Obesity Toolkit. Click to get your free Obesity Toolkit here. 

Here's some more nutrition freebies to help students learn more about nutrition:

Get the full packet here

Get students up and moving to burn extra calories with Get Fit Action Stories: 

Get the full packets/individual stories here

Get moving, get fit!
Beth, Educator Helper

FREE Grandparents Day Activities to Make & Give

 September 7 is National Grandparents Day! 

Take time to celebrate those who serve in the role of grandparents in your and your students' lives with these free activities: 

More Grandparent's Day activities:

Click here to purchase complete packet of activities

Happy Grandparent's Day!
Beth, Educator Helper

Labor Day FREEBIES and Historical Fun Facts

How much do you know about Labor Day? Here's 10 Facts About Labor Day to share with others for a fun filled, relaxing Labor Day:

Do you know the history of Labor Day? The U.S. Department of Labor has a great overview that explains the history with historic pictures for students to learn more about the holiday. 

Did you know Labor Day signals the end of hot dog season? The National Constitution Center lists 10 Fascinating Facts about Labor Day that are engaging and informative discussion starters (Link: https://constitutioncenter.org/blog/10-fascinating-facts-about-the-labor-day-holiday). 

Finish up your Labor Day historical lesson with some freebies: 

Get the entire packet at AUL or TpT

Enjoy your Labor Day Celebration!
Beth, Educator Helper

FREE Career and College Planning Handouts and Guides

Back to school means planning for the future for many middle and high school students. 

Use the following FREE AUL or TpT handouts to assist with career and college planning:

Still looking for the perfect college?

Use the FREE AUL or TpT presentation with active learning handouts to get started on your college decision:

Have a great school year!
Beth, Educator Helper

FREE US Immigration Resources in Comic Book Format

Did you know that Galveston was once a major hub for immigrants from all over the world? 

You can search the Galveston Online Database for the passenger manifesto to see if your relatives arrived and were processed through the Port of Galveston 

(Link: https://www.galvestonhistory.org/sites/1877-tall-ship-elissa-at-the-galveston-historic-seaport/galveston-immigration-database).

Also, take time to explore the vast resources devoted to Galveston's immigration and port:

• Houston Chronicle: Waves of Immigrants
• Bryan Museum: Why Galveston?
• UTSA Libraries: Port of Galveston
• Texas Coop Power: Galveston Immigration

To help students continue their historical journey, add Galveston: Gateway to America, an engaging, interactive comic book with writing and coloring pages:

Visit Educator Helper's AUL or TpT storefront for more active learning resources!

Beth, Educator Helper

Back to School Free Activities

 Can you believe it's already that time of year?

Here's some fun, engaging back to school itemsthat can help you out:

Other Back-to-School Activities:

Get these at AUL & TpT

Happy Planning for Back-to-School Week!

Beth, Educator Helper

Always FREE! Lifesaving Information for National Disasters

Prayers for Texas Hill Country and those around the country suffering from national disasters right now. 

Because this information is lifesaving and so important to students and teachers, the packet is always offered for free. 

Please take time to share and discuss survival strategies and techniques with your students--it could save lives!

FREE!!! Full packet at AUL or TpT 

Save lives--be prepared!
Beth, Educator Helper