Because young children are forming attitudes and behaviors that will influence them throughout their lives, it is important to expose them to experiences that foster their ability to make good health decisions, develop a positive self-image, make healthy nutrition choices, and show respect for their bodies. Our 3’s teachers provide children with varied opportunities and materials geared towards developing healthy lifelong habits, such as:
- Making their own choices at snacks and meals
- Identifying nutritious foods and how they help our bodies grow
- Taking responsibility for his/her own basic hygiene such as proper hand washing and covering his/her coughs
- Engaging in physical activities – hopping and climbing
- Following procedures for a fire drill