July 2016
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mainFun with Scarves
Using activity scarves is an easy and safe way for young children to practice gross motor and object control skills. Try some of these quick, easy games with kids:

Throwing/Catching: Throw scarves up in the air and try to catch before hitting the ground
Dancing: Play music and dance with scarves.
Drawing: Encourage children to "paint" or draw pictures in the air using scarves
Teaching Distance/Height/Speed: Encourage children to throw near/far or fast/slow

Want More ideas? Check out this Musical Scarves CD
SeasonalEating for the Season: Watermelon            

There is nothing quite as refreshing as a cool piece of watermelon on a hot summer day! Fresh watermelon also provides vitamin A and vitamin C.


PLAYVIDEOPLAY Video Series: Kicking
This month's PLAY video focuses on kicking, a skill which teaches children body awareness and eye tracking.When first teaching kicking, try using a soft ball to kick against a wall or target.

Training
Professional Development
North Dakota Training
Check out the new Child Care Aware Training website! 
Please Note: E-Learning courses are free through August 15th, then a fee will be applied to most courses.
Consider the following online courses:
Promoting Wellness Module 1: Activity and Movement
Promoting Wellness Module 2: Movement Activities

Minnesota Training
Please Note: Develop  has replaced mnstreams.org. for more information on how this transition will affects you, click here.

Eager-to-Learn Courses:
Childhood Obesity: Components of a Healthy Nutrition Environment 
Chat Sessions: Tuesdays from 7:00-7:45 pm; September 6, 13, & 27, 2016
Register for ETL courses at www.developtoolmn.org or www.eagertolearn.org.

Anytime Learning (ATL) Courses:
- Building a Healthy Plate: Cooking with Whole Grains
- Supporting Breastfeeding in Early Childhood Programs
- Designing Positive Mealtimes for Child Care Providers
- Child and Adult Care food Program (CACFP) in Minnesota
Anytime Learning (ATL) trainings are online, self-paced courses that can be taken at any time. Register for ATL courses at www.developtoolmn.org  or  www.eagertolearn.org.
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