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Pickus Infant/Toddler Center A program of One Hope Uni1020 Glen Rock Ave., Waukegan, IL 60085 847.625.79

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Physical Fitness for ToddlersToddlers can keep us so busy that we might thinkthey will always be physically t. But toddlers whoget used to an inactive lifestyle are at risk for obe-sity later in life. The U.S. Surgeon General says

that daily exercise is a key to being t.

What physical activities can you expecttoddlers (ages 1 to 3) to do? By 18 months, most childrencan walk well

(even backwards), go downstairs backwardson hands and knees, and roll objects on theoor.

By age 2, most childrencan run, push a chairin position to obtain out-of-reach objects, andturn handles to open and close doors.

By age 3, most childrencan jump, throw over-hand, and go up and down stairs by alternat-ing their feet.

What can you do at home or in child careto help a toddler be physically ft? Offer play equipment and toys that help

toddlers get moving.Provide large blocks,construction toys, riding toys, balls and bean-bags, and climbers.

Schedule at least 60 minutes daily for activefree play.Toddlers need more than an hourof unstructured physical play in a safe placeevery day. Let them set their own pace! They

can walk, run, roll, climb, slide, pull, push,throw, and jump until theyre tired. Turn off the TV, VCR, and computer.Toddlers

should not sit in one place or lie down formore than an hour at a time except whensleeping.

Plan ways to make exercise fun.Up to 60minutes a day of structured physical activican be good for toddlers: Lead them in creative movement.Todd

practice skills and learn new ways tomove by pretending to be animals, woers, or machines.

Make an obstacle course.Indoors or otoddlers can take turns going over, undaround, and between furniture, boxes,and climbing equipment.

Move to music! Bounce, sway, clap,march, dance, or play rhythm instrumeTeach musical games like Ring arounthe Rosie.

Exercise together. Make it a part of yoroutine. Do stretches before lunch. Playin the park or take a walk before the sgoes down (but not too close to bedtim

Set a good example.Let toddlers see youwalk, run, bike, build, dance, climb, or plaball.

Keep safety in mind.Help toddlers put onand mittens for outdoor play in cold weathIn hot weather, see that they drink enoughwater and avoid too much sun exposure. Ichild has a medical condition that limits aplay, a health care provider can suggest wto help the child be active and safe. Chec

with a health care provider if you have qutions or concerns about the physical activithat toddlers can do.

Share books about people being active.Sries about activities such as sledding, canoing, dancing, building, gardening, or playsports show toddlers the benets of being

Source: http://illinoisearlylearning.org/tipsheets/tness.htm

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Happy New Year!

Welcome back! We hope you enjoyedyour holiday.

Did You Know?January is National Family Fit Lifestyle Month.One HopeUnited has a Healthy Lifestyles Curriculum designed for chil-dren, staff and families. There are four components to the cur-riculum: Overall Health, Exercise, Nutrition and EnvironmentalSustainability. Below are simple ways to incorporate a healthylifestyle in your home:

Overall health: Teach your child at a young age to cover his/her mouth when coughing or sneezing. Coughs and sneezes

should be caught in your elbow to prevent the spread ofgerms. Create a healthy habit of washing your childs hanafter every sneeze or cough.

Exercise: Dance, dance, dance! Turn on your favorite childfriendly song and dance. Dancing is a great form of exercand is a fun activity for both children and adults.

Nutrition: Use mealtime to teach your child about healthy ing. Get ideas about healthy foods, appropriate portions asimple recipes on http://www.choosemyplate.gov/kids/.

Environmental Sustainability: Introduce your child to consenatural resources by turning off the lights when leaving theroom, closing the refrigerator door while deciding what toand turning off the water while brushing teeth.

Pickus Center SpotlightThank you to all the Pickus Infant/ToddlerCenter parents that participated in ourholiday activity. The children and parentsfrosted and decorated a holiday cookiewith delicious vanilla frosting and lots ofsprinkles. The best part of the activity wastasting the nished prod-uct Yum!

The Pickus Center staff,

Ms. Pam and Ms. Lise,enjoyed having theparents involved in thisfestive activity. Feel freeto let us know any ideasyou may have on futureactivities held at thecenter.

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AnnouncementsWe would like to extend a special thank you to all the parentsnd administrators who participated in our Annual Holidayamily Celebration. Parents were able to enjoy lunch and

participate in activities with their child. Gifts were distributed toamilies that were graciously donated from One Hope Unitedponsors. What a great way to kick off the holiday season!

Congratulations to Jasmine,parent of Dezirae, for win-ing the Center Trivia Game.asmine won a $25 gift cer-cate that was donated fromotestas Pizza. Way to go!

FYI:Teen MOPS GroupA Social Network for Teen Momseen MOPS provides a faith-based, supportive, nonjudgmentalnvironment where teen moms can come together for mentor-ng and encouragement. In Teen MOPS, the teaching, activitiesnd friendships are all focused on the very distinct needs of

eenagers. Teen MOPS helps teen moms become more self-suf -ient, condent, mature and giving young women. Teen MOPSroups can meet in public schools or community centers, as

well as in churches, and often meet twice a month for teach-ng and/or activities. Teen MOPS leaders receive additionalesources specically related to teen parenting.

Meetings: Every Wednesday at 68 p.m. Child carewill be provided!Christ Community Church Teen MOPSChrist Community Church2500 Dowie Memorial DrZion, IL 60099-2594www.ccczion.org

Smokin Powerhouse ChiliBy West Junior High School, Hopkins, MNThe cold weather is hitting the Chicago area hard. Preparechili in advance for a warm, hearty meal for your family.http://www.choosemyplate.gov/healthy-eating-tips/samplemenus-recipes/SmokinPowerhouseChili.pdf

This vegetarian quinoa (pronounced KEEN wah) chili is thbomb! As a main dish, it has a smoky blend of spices andsome of Minnesotas best harvest that will warm you up fromthe inside out on a cold day! This thoughtful blend of vegetbles and legumes, combined with the perfect protein of thecient Aztec grain, quinoa, and complimented with just the rspices, offers the healthiest and tastiest chili youll ever have

This recipe stands apart because of its warm, rich avors,and because it supplies a full serving of whole grains, oranvegetables, and legumes in one satisfying bowl! Serve with

crunchy side of cornbread or whole-grain tortilla chips

Ingredients (makes 6 servings) cup of vegetable broth 1 cup of onions, fresh, chopped (6 oz) 2 tsp of garlic, fresh, chopped 1 cup of carrots, sliced or diced (6 oz) 1 cup of sweet potatoes, diced (6 oz) cup of red pepper, diced (3 oz) 2 tsp of chipotle pepper, minced cup of corn, frozen 2 tsp of chili powder

2 cups of quinoa, cooked 2 tsp of ground cumin 1 cup of tomato sauce, canned cup of cilantro, chopped 1 cup of black beans, canned 2 cups of tomatoes, diced, canned in juice

PreparationHeat half the broth and steam/saut onions and garlic. Adcarrots, all peppers, and water; simmer for 10 minutes. Coquinoa according to package directions . Add other half ofbroth, quinoa, diced tomatoes, sauce, cilantro, and spices.

low to thicken and the avors to blend. Add beans, corn, asweet potatoes; allow to simmer again. Enjoy!

RemindersPlease remember to pick up and complete a parent survey the Pickus Center. Your input is very important to help improour center. With your permission, your name will be addeda drawing for a $50 gift card to Walmart. The drawing is away to say thank you for your valuable insight.

Parent Referral IncentivePickus Infant/Toddler Center would like to reward youfor referring new children and families to us.

Heres how it works:

1. You tell a friend about Pickus Infant/Toddler Center.

2. Your friend calls us and provides your name as thereferral source.

3. Your friend enrolls his or her child(ren) in our center.

4. Pickus pays you $25 after the child is enrolled forthree months.(One incentive per each family referred.)

Spread the word!

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