We have compiled some terrific links that relate to childhood obesity. Check out these sites to find new information, locate relevant research and more.
Recently, Melissa Hanson of the Säjai® Foundation had the privilege and pleasure of participating in a webinar on the topic of getting kids back into nature, sponsored by the playground nonprofit KaBOOM! If you missed it, no problem--you can log on here to listen to it on your computer. The lively discussion about getting kids back into nature will be well worth your time.
Note: downloading the webinar will require you to have Flash installed on your computer.
The CDC updates its statistics on the prevalence of overweight/obese youth in the U.S.
The Center for Disease Control recently updated its information on the prevalence of overweight/obese youth in the U.S., and the results are troubling. From age groups 2-19, the prevalence of unhealthy weights more than doubled in each group. For more details, please see the CDC page here.
National Recreation and Park Association
The Säjai® Foundation is partnered with the National Recreation and Park Association to develop exciting and engaging youth wellness curricula for children 6 to 12. The National Recreation and Park Association advocates the importance of thriving, local park systems, the opportunity for all Americans to lead active, healthy lifestyles, and the preservation of great community places.
Click here to learn more about the National Recreation and Park Association.
Children & Nature Network
The Children & Nature Network (C&NN) was created to encourage and support the people and organizations working to reconnect children with nature. The network provides a critical link between researchers and individuals, educators and organizations dedicated to children's health and well-being. C&NN also promotes fundamental institutional change and provides resources for sharing information, strategic initiatives and success stories.
The Säjai® Foundation advocates children's participation in the outdoors as an excellent source of physical activity and an important way to develop a healthy lifestyle. We are an active member of the Minnesota Children & Nature Network chapter.
Click here to learn more about the Children & Nature Network.
