LibGuides: Outreach and Community Engagement: Resources for Educators and Parents

Educating Youth

Do you work with or care for young people? Creating an engaging and age-appropriate introduction to health information resources for children is crucial in fostering their understanding and interest in health topics. The following are educational resources to help you get started developing lesson plans around health information.

KidsHealth in the Classroom from Nemours
Offers teachers a wealth of health-related lesson plans, activities, and resources to enhance health education for children.
CDC's BAM! Body and Mind
Provides teachers and parents with interactive, educational activities and information focused on physical and mental health for kids.
USDA's MyPlate for Professionals
Delivers resources and guidelines to educators and health professionals for teaching healthy eating habits based on the MyPlate dietary guidelines.
Sesame for Families by Sesame Workshop
Provides parents and caregivers with resources and activities designed to help children grow smarter, stronger, and kinder, focusing on emotional well-being and physical health.
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences Classroom Materials for Students
Offers teachers a variety of environmental health science resources to engage and educate students about how their environment affects their health.
Health Powered Kids
Gives teachers and parents access to lessons and activities that promote healthy lifestyle choices among children.
PBS Learning Media Health & Physical Education
Provides educators with comprehensive health and physical education resources that support classroom instruction and student learning.
GoNoodle
Offers engaging movement and mindfulness videos that teachers can use to promote physical activity and mental health awareness in the classroom.