Chapter 7 — Resources Many of the best resources to help you launch your own walk-toschool or bike-to-school program are on the internet.
WalktoSchool.org
If you want to organize a Walk to School Day event in your community, it’s easy with the help of this website. Designed to promote the annual October “International Walk to School Day” this website is your guide to planning a successful event. It includes: • organizing tips • fact sheets • resources and on-line links • and more. Check out www.walktoschool.org/resources
Articles about Children and Walking
Making walking and physical activity an attractive choice for children requires creating an environment where physical activity is both encouraged and easily accomplished. Here are some articles that offer insight into creating a more physically-active environment for your children.
The Surgeon General's Call To Action To Prevent and Decrease Overweight and Obesity www.surgeongeneral.gov/topics/obesity
Bush to America: Get Off Your... www.cbsnews.com
Fitness for the whole family http://stacks.msnbc.com/news/757025.asp
Obesity-related ills on the rise in kids http://www.msnbc.com/news/746276.asp
Childhood Obesity: Managing Your Child's Food Environment http://abcnews.healthology.com/focus_article.asp
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