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Be Healthy

photo of childSkills to Practice this Month

See that your child has opportunities for many different types of physical activity.

Upon entering kindergarten many children can run, jump, swing, and use balls.

Most 4 and 5 year olds can kick a ball, throw a ball, catch a ball, climb, stand on one foot for a short time, hop, and do a somersault. Some may be able to skip.

More Fun Activities!

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Suggested Reading

Books for Children

Boing
by Nick Bruel

Finklehopper Frog
by Irene Livingston

Froggy Plays Soccer
by Jonathan London

Norma Jean, Jumping Bean
by Joanna Cole

Oops-a-Daisy!
by Claire Freedman

Swing, Otto, Swing!
by David Milgrim

Books for Parents and Caregivers

Raising Healthy Eaters: 100 Tips for Parents
by Henry Legere

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