Be Active!

Exercise is very important, even for toddlers and preschool children. Exercise strengthens bone and muscle development, lowers the risk of children becoming overweight, lowers blood pressure and bad cholesterol, decreases the risk of juvenile diabetes, and helps increase children's confidence and self-esteem.

Active Games

These websites all have activities, games, and ideas for getting you and your child active and moving while having fun!

Kids & Exercise

Just for Kids

  • Sesame Street Videos on Exercise
    Watch these engaging videos with your child and encourage them to sing, dance, and jump with their favorite Sesame Street characters.

Book Ideas

These webpages have great recommendations for books to read with your child about fitness, exercise, sports, and dance.