Get the kids to walk or bike to school

Today is International Walk to School Day. This is a global event with over 40 countries participating. That’s pretty impressive when you think about it. Our children, in our little rural community are joining with millions of other children not only around the country, but around the world to either walk or bicycle to school.

What a terrific teaching opportunity. It’s an opportunity for our young students to learn about other countries, to learn more about the environment in which they live and to learn more about taking control of their health.

“Walking and bicycling to school enables children to incorporate the regular physical activity they need each day while also forming healthy habits that can last a lifetime,” states the Walk Bike to School website. “Regular physical activity helps children build strong bones, muscles and joints, and it decreases the risk of obesity.”

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