Cooperative Extension is teaching the curriculum to childcare workers across the state. For us, that's the tip of the iceberg. We have over 500 on the mailing list, and we're told that there are more. The agency will be teaching daycare providers how to use the curriculum for three years, Goldmon said. It's crucial to reach kids as soon as possible, she added.
Children spend time on computers.
They spend time watching television. They spend a lot of time sitting around. Be Active Kids doesn't emphasize academic benefits of exercise. But research suggests getting children moving also boosts learning, said California physical education specialist Cathie Summerford. In it, she cites studies linking physical activity to improved memory, recall and overall cognitive functioning.