(DOWNLOAD) "Being Active Together: How to Raise a Physically Educated Child (Family Connections)" by Childhood Education ~ eBook PDF Kindle ePub Free
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- Title: Being Active Together: How to Raise a Physically Educated Child (Family Connections)
- Author : Childhood Education
- Release Date : January 22, 2011
- Genre: Education,Books,Professional & Technical,Nonfiction,Family & Relationships,
- Pages : * pages
- Size : 56 KB
Description
Obesity has become an epidemic in the United States, prompting First Lady Michelle Obama to adopt the "Let's Move" campaign in the hope of ending obesity within a generation (http://letsmove.gov/). Such a problem deserves widespread attention, as an estimated one in three children are considered medically obese (letsmove.gov/). The problem appears to be increasing, as obesity rates have tripled in the past 30 years (letsmove.gov/). Overweight and obesity result from an energy imbalance, or the consumption of too many calories with insufficient physical activity (www.cdc.gov/obesity/). Experts on this subject have reached a very sobering conclusion: for the first time in centuries, children may face a shorter lifespan than that of their parents, despite medical and technological advances. Undoubtedly, many need a better understanding of physical education. This article outlines a few essential components of physical education and provides several resources for families interested in learning and doing more. Four questions are considered: "What does it mean to be physically educated.)," "What does a quality physical education program entail.)," "What can we do for family physical activity and recreation time?," and "Where can I turn for resources?" What Does It Mean To Be Physically Educated?