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PBS
PBS sponsored website that has activities and games that teach kids about advertising tricks and techniques:
REUTERS
Sponsored by Reuters. Link to article titled, “Lovin’ it: McBranding hooks preschoolers, study findings about the power of branding:
KAISER FAMILY FOUNDATION
Kaiser Family Foundation conducted a study about TV food advertising targeting children.
IBIBLIO
Sponsored by: The Center for Commercial Free Public Education, Article on companies advertising to kids in school.
FAIRPLAY
Fairplay, formerly Campaign for a Commercial Free Childhood wants to help you free your child from false promises of marketers. Check out their website for tips and ideas.
AD DECODER
Sponsored by: Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Ad decoder game for kids.
PBS sponsored website that has activities and games that teach kids about advertising tricks and techniques:
REUTERS
Sponsored by Reuters. Link to article titled, “Lovin’ it: McBranding hooks preschoolers, study findings about the power of branding:
KAISER FAMILY FOUNDATION
Kaiser Family Foundation conducted a study about TV food advertising targeting children.
IBIBLIO
Sponsored by: The Center for Commercial Free Public Education, Article on companies advertising to kids in school.
FAIRPLAY
Fairplay, formerly Campaign for a Commercial Free Childhood wants to help you free your child from false promises of marketers. Check out their website for tips and ideas.
AD DECODER
Sponsored by: Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Ad decoder game for kids.
Games
Create Your Own Ad:
PBS Don’t Buy It Series
Check out the Don’t Buy It website for information and activities about advertising.
Games and Activities for Kids
Check out USDA MyPlate for a range of games and activities for kids.
WebQuests
General Database:
WEBQUEST
Sponsored by: WebQuest. San Diego State University maintains a database for webquests that are kept up to date.
Media Literacy:
MEDIA LITERACY
The goal of this webquest is to help you understand the persuasive techniques that are used in advertising and how to use these techniques to share a positive message.
Healthy Food Choices Webquest
The webquest offered by USDA’s MyPlate will encourage your child to think about making healthy choices.
WEBQUEST
Sponsored by: WebQuest. San Diego State University maintains a database for webquests that are kept up to date.
Media Literacy:
MEDIA LITERACY
The goal of this webquest is to help you understand the persuasive techniques that are used in advertising and how to use these techniques to share a positive message.
Healthy Food Choices Webquest
The webquest offered by USDA’s MyPlate will encourage your child to think about making healthy choices.
Guides for Parents
HOW TO USE AND UNDERSTAND THE NUTRITION FACTS LABEL
The Nutrition Facts Label provides a crucial source of information about the products you are choosing for your family. Check out this guide to the Nutrition Facts Label.
GIRLS HEALTH
This website sponsored by girlshealth.gov offers girls advice on a range of issues regarding healthy eating.
PARENT TIPS ABOUT SCREEN TIME
Screen Time is often a concern for parents. How much time does your family spend with screens? Check out the screen time chart which you many find helpful..
GETTING ON TRACK FOR HEALTHY EATING
Choose My Plate is a resource developed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Find help here with getting you and your family on track with healthy eating.
SCIENCE-BASED ADVICE ON WHAT TO EAT AND DRINK
Dietary Guidelines for Americans offers science-based advice on what to eat and drink to promote health, reduce risk of chronic disease, and meet nutrient needs.
AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION
American Diabetes Association offers a variety of simple tips for creating a healthy eating plan.
AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
American Heart Association offers recommendations for a healthy diet and lifestyle.
The Nutrition Facts Label provides a crucial source of information about the products you are choosing for your family. Check out this guide to the Nutrition Facts Label.
GIRLS HEALTH
This website sponsored by girlshealth.gov offers girls advice on a range of issues regarding healthy eating.
PARENT TIPS ABOUT SCREEN TIME
Screen Time is often a concern for parents. How much time does your family spend with screens? Check out the screen time chart which you many find helpful..
GETTING ON TRACK FOR HEALTHY EATING
Choose My Plate is a resource developed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Find help here with getting you and your family on track with healthy eating.
SCIENCE-BASED ADVICE ON WHAT TO EAT AND DRINK
Dietary Guidelines for Americans offers science-based advice on what to eat and drink to promote health, reduce risk of chronic disease, and meet nutrient needs.
AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION
American Diabetes Association offers a variety of simple tips for creating a healthy eating plan.
AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
American Heart Association offers recommendations for a healthy diet and lifestyle.
Recipes
NEMOURS FOUNDATION
Nemours Foundation offers children a wide variety of recipes designed especially to get them interested in making healthy foods for themselves.
FOOD FACTS
This site includes recipes for ages 3 through 16 with videos to demonstrate how to make the recipe.
SIMPLE HEALTHY RECIPES
Check out this selection of easy to prepare, healthy recipes offered by MyPlate.
HEALTHY EATING ON A BUDGET
Check out these budget friendly ideas for preparing food for the family.
