Record #:

1378

Author(s):

Garber, Paul

Abstract:

As school systems across North Carolina limit or drop physical education programs, children must be made aware of the necessity of a physically active lifestyle. Some children as young as three have conditions that may foreshadow later heart disease.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 10 Issue 3, July 1993, p16-17, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Children--Health and hygiene; Heart--Diseases; Physical education for children

Record #:

36544

Author(s):

Wasserman, Sue

Abstract:

Exercising an ability to be assertive, girls in grades three through eighth can learn from GOTR coaches and this non-profit organization. During ten weeks’ practice for the twice a year, end of season 5Ks, girls engage in age appropriate exercises and discussions about becoming a stand-byer, to help curb bullying on and off the track.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 13 Issue 7, July 2016, p82-83 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Nonprofit organizations; Volunteerism; School violence; Public schools; Running; Public education; Coaches (Athletics); Physical education for children; Social Justice