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Government Sites

Activity Cards - (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) - Is there an activity you want to know more about? Not sure of how to play or what gear you'll need? Look no further - it's all right here (and you'll even meet Xperts like you)!

Gear Up - BAM! - (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) - Need a helmet? Need a ball? If you're not sure what gear you need in order to do a certain physical activity, this site will let you know!

healthfinder.gov for Kids - (Department of Health and Human Services) - Fun way to learn about health and safety issues. Play games, enter an art contest, learn safe surfing tips, and more at this cool site!

Move It - (Food and Nutrition Service) - Use this online chart to help you record your exercise for the week.

MyPyramid.gov Blast Off Game - Kids can reach Planet Power by fueling their rocket with food and physical activity. Fuel tanks for each food group help you keep track of how your choices fit into MyPyramid. (Flash Player 7 required)

Physical Activity - BAM! - (Center for Disease Control and Prevention) - Learn how to overcome fitness challenges. Use the Activity Calendar to create your very own personalized calendar.

President's Challenge - (President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports) - Get into the program by jumping rope, playing catch, or racing a friend. Even better, you can win awards for staying active - and track your progress along with kids across America. The more you keep at it, the more fun you'll have.

Small Step Kids - Find out how eating healthy can be fun! Games and Activities

Sun Proof - Bam.gov - (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) - It's key to get outside and get active - just make sure you're protected! For outdoor activity, you may need a helmet, a ball, a club... You always need sun protection - it's just another part of your gear!

The Energy Equation - Food + Sleep + Physical Activity = Energy. Play these games to learn more.

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Other Resources

Kidnetic.org - Exercise and fitness.

LearnToBeHealthy.org for Kids - Visit this health science learning site and play interactive games and activities; this will be a fun way to help you make healthy choices.

Pass The Plate - (Disney Channel) - Get the global spin on healthy eating. Check out this site for recipes, food facts, fun activities and more.

Staying Healthy - KidsHealth - Click on these links and learn about keeping fit and having fun.

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