This month marks the observance of a very important event—Every Kid Healthy™ Week. Created to highlight the link between nutrition, physical activity, and learning, this annual observance provides an opportunity to celebrate the tremendous efforts schools, parents, teachers, organizations, and community supporters are making every day to keep children healthy. This year Every Kid Healthy™ Week runs from April 24-28, and there are several ways in which people around the country can get involved. Please click for more information and ideas!
And be sure to try this month’s featured recipe, “Earth Smoothies”—an Earth Day snack, adapted from A Whisk and Two Wands, that can be enjoyed year-round!
Ingredients (makes two smoothies)
Blue Smoothie:
1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond or soy milk
1/2 cup frozen blueberries
1/2 frozen bananaa
Green Smoothie:
1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond or soy milk
2 handfuls organic baby spinach
1 frozen banana
Instructions
In a Vitamix or high-speed blender, blend Blue Smoothie ingredients until smooth. Pour into a large glass or glass measuring cup and rinse blender. Then add Green Smoothie ingredients to blender and blend until smooth. Alternate pouring the Green Smoothie and Blue Smoothie into two glasses. Add a reusable straw and enjoy!
Looking for more recipes, information, or inspiration for healthy fun? Visit www.wkids.org! You’ll also find the latest healthy updates and resources for the whole family.
Monthly Challenge: Spring Sweep
In honor of Earth Day, this month we challenge your family to do a neighborhood sweep. Pick a local park, street, or other special area to clean up. Be sure to wear protective gloves and bring bags for garbage—designate specific bags for recyclables.
WKids is a program of Wellness Foundation which empowers children and adults with the information and tools they needs to build a healthy future. For more information, please visit us at http://www.wfeh.org.
