Nourishing Thoughts Blog - Nourish Interactive

Happy National School Nurses Day

Wed, 08 May 2013 07:49:00 -0700

We, at Nourish Interactive, want to wish all the School Nurses around the world a Happy School Nurse Day. Thank you for caring for our children and helping them be healthy and stay healthy through your kindness, support and educational health pr...

Happy Teachers Day

Tue, 07 May 2013 13:43:00 -0700

Nourish Interactive sends a warm hug and appreciation to all the wonderful teachers around the world. Thank you for all the work you do every day to help children learn, grow and blossom. Free Printable Teacher's Cards For Kids:...

Healty Kids Revolution Free Webinar -Top Experts Advice

Mon, 06 May 2013 12:31:00 -0700

BROADCASTING WORLDWIDE May 8 – May 19 (from the comfort of your home) Learn from the brightest minds in Children’s Health & Wellness! Join The Healthy Kids Revolution as our World-Class Experts show you their simple, y...

Take A Stand Toward Your Child's Health

Fri, 03 May 2013 05:45:00 -0700

There are many strategies to develop healthy eating habits for your children at a young age. Give your kids vegetables before you give them fruits. Implement textures early. For breastfeeding mothers, eat a wide variety of foods so that you will pa...

Loopholes stalling progress in physical education across the US

Wed, 01 May 2013 08:08:00 -0700

This week is National Physical Education and Sports Week. Just how our the schools doing in providing physical education to our children. This infographic gives some sad facts about exercise in schools. infographic created by National Ass...

Happy Healthy School Day teaches children about healthy habits

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 07:03:00 -0700

I just found out about this awareness day and thought I would share it with you. Tomorrow is National Healthy Schools Day and has been around f or 10 years. The goal of this day is to raise awareness about promoting an environmentally ...

National Screen Free Week Starts Today- Off with the tv!

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 15:07:00 -0700

Monday, April 29 is the start of National Screen Free week. New fun Screen-Free Week activities are added every day! Recent additions: the Illinois State Museum is turning off all multimedia screens in its exhibitions. And there’s a wee...

Optimize kids learning abilities with regular physical educaiton

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:47:00 -0700

Physical education can actually help children do better in schools. New reports have just been released that show the brain is actually better prepared to learn after it has had some exercise. I think the problem we have right now is that schoo...

Earth Day Reminds Us Healthy Kids Come From A Healthy Planet

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 07:44:00 -0700

Happy Earth Day! Every year on April 22, more than one billion people take part in Earth Day. Across the globe, individuals, communities, organizations, and governments acknowledge the amazing planet we call home and take action to protect it. ...

4 Steps to Reducing Kids Screen Time - Tips and Widget

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 12:59:00 -0700

National Screen Free Week begins April 29. This is a perfect time to talk with the kids about how much screen time they currently see and why it is so important to limit that. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children should ...

Nueroscience Shows Importance Of Breakfast For Kids And Learning

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 21:34:00 -0700

We are always talking about the importance of nutrition for children. I am always sharing new studies or reports that emphasizes the negative impact on children who skip breakfast or don't have a balanced diet. But this new report highlights so...

Its Garden Month - GIve Kids A Green Thumb

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 21:14:00 -0700

Bring the kids into the garden and let them learn first hand about where food comes from and how tasty fresh produce is. 101 Ways to Celebrate National Garden Month with the kids this Spring! Stimulating Imagination in the Garden ...

Salad Bars In School Facts or Fiction

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 08:01:00 -0700

Nourish Interactive is a proud supporter of Salad Bar Nation. We wanted to share with you this great infographic thata gives us some interesting facts about school lunch programs, healthy foods and our children. Salad Bar Nation inf...

Stop Pesticides In Our Childrens Food - You Can Make The Difference

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 08:23:00 -0700

There are so many reasons that we need to reach out to Congress about important legislature. But the farm bill is the key bill that will affect the food that we eat, and more importantly, our children will eat. Sign this Petition To Fight Pesti...

Whole Kids Foundation Works Toward A Salad Bar In Every School

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 08:00:00 -0700

I was recently contacted by an organization, Whole Kids Foundation, that has a goal of getting salad bars into schools. We are 100% behind them and wanted to share with you the wonderful work they are doing and give you a chance to get involve...

Support Organic Farmers - Tell Congress

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 10:38:00 -0700

Congress will soon vote on a new farm bill - the federal measure with the greatest impact on the food we eat. Currently, your tax dollars go to highly profitable agribusinesses that don't need the help and to people who don't live anywhere near...

Screen free week

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 08:46:00 -0700

Screen Free week (also known as TV Turnoff) is fast approaching! This year it is on April 29- May 5. Screen-Free Week is a national movement where children, families, schools and communities will come together across the world to spen...

World Health Day - Prevent High Blood Pressure In Children and Adults

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 08:41:00 -0700

April 7th is World Health Day. Every year on April 7th, the world celebrates World Health Day with thousands and thousands of events that remind us about the importance of health and how it plays such a vital role in living a productive and happy l...

Nourish Interactive Celebrates National Public Health Week

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 08:03:00 -0700

National Public Health Week (NPHW) is a time to recognize the contributions of public health and highlight issues that are important to improving our nation. This year, National Public Health Week is focusing in on the theme "Public Health is RO...

Spring Toys in Miami

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 05:58:00 -0700

With spring upon us, the weather is getting warmer in Miami, which means it’s time to go outside and play. It also means it’s time to find self storage for all of the toys you’ll be grabbing now that the weather is clear for your ...

Spring Into Action Weekly Giveaway - Promote Kids Fitness

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 10:25:00 -0700

Week 1 Core5 Challenge: It is officially spring time and everyone could use a little more exercise after a long winter. With this first week challenge, Core5AfterSchool.org wants to help you kick start the season with some heart-pumping and fun ...

Happy Healthy Easter From Nourish Interactive

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 19:53:00 -0700

Wishing everyone a wonderful and joyous day. May each child enjoy a safe and healthy, fun Easter Day. More Easter Fun For Kids Holiday 5 Hidden Easter Egg Hunt Coloring Page Easter themed coloring an...

Natural Food Colors For Easter Eggs

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 19:48:00 -0700

I found this infographic that shares natural coloring dyes for Easter eggs. I thought I would share it with you. Happy and healthy Easter Hunting! Easter Egg Fun -Happy Safe Hunting - food safety tips. More Easter...

Easter Egg Fun -Happy Safe Hunting

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 08:20:00 -0700

Are you getting ready for Easter egg fun by coloring eggs with the kids. Here are some quick tips for a egg-stra safe Easter day using these food safety tips: Always wash your hands with warm water and soap before and after coloring eggs...

Healthy Easter Snacks with Mommy!

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 08:43:00 -0700

Easter means different things to different people. Whether or not your family is particularly religious, the fact that the holiday comes in the spring – the season of rebirth – offers an opportunity to explore new ideas or develop fresh ...