We love physical activity because it provides overall wellness components for children and staff.
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Daily Toothbrushing
Daily toothbrushing in an ECE facility can play an important role in children’s oral health. Brushing after a meal removes food which helps protect against tooth decay. Brushing should start as soon as children have teeth.
Oral Health Professional Development
The “Brushing is Fun, Start by Age 1!” training for ECE professionals helps facilities follow sanitation requirements and build teachers’ confidence to lead successful classroom brushing.
Water Availability
Water is the best between-meal beverage choice for children’s growing bodies and healthy teeth. Making water available throughout the day helps wash away food and dilute acids that can cause tooth decay.
Time for Physically Active Play
Toddlers and preschool-aged children need a lot of physical activity each day to support their growing bodies and minds.
Gross Motor Development
Children need practice and adult guidance and encouragement to learn the gross motor skills that form the foundation for an active life.
Indoor Portable Play Equipment
Portable play equipment invites children to get moving. Offering a variety of equipment helps children build different gross motor skills that form the foundation for an active life.
Oral Health Policy
A written policy on oral shows that a facility supports children’s health and understands the importance of oral health. Written policies help the facility communicate values and expectations clearly with families and staff.
Physical Activity Policy
A written policy on physical activity shows that a facility understands the important role that physical activity plays in both healthy growth and development and learning.
Screen Time Policy
A written policy on healthy screen time* shows that a facility knows what’s best for young children’s brains and bodies. Written policies help the facility communicate values and expectations clearly with families and staff.
REACH Recognition 