Sid the Science Kid is an educational animated television series using comedy to promote exploration, discovery and science readiness among preschoolers. This landmark production, co-produced by The Jim Henson Company and KCET/Los Angeles for PBS KIDS features a practical in-school science curriculum, uses music and humor to celebrate children's natural curiosity about science in everyday life. The energetic and inquisitive 5-year-old Sid starts each episode with a new question ("Why are my shoes shrinking?" "Why do bananas get mushy?") and embarks on a fun-filled day of finding answers with the help of family and friends. Watch this Fall at 8:30 am Monday-Friday; 7:30 am Saturday and Sunday.
WHYY Kids Club and Sid the Science Kid
After watching the episode, "The Big Sneeze" try this Super Fab Lab Investigation to learn about cleaning away germs! Instructions online at www.pbs.org/parents/sid/
Nutrition on the Web
For more information about healthy foods, visit these links:
On the Shelf
Additional reading on children health issues:
- Pre-School to Age 8
Oliver's Vegetables by Vivian French
Grandpa's Garden Lunch by Judith Caseley
The Pea Patch by Thatcher Hurd
- Ages 7-11
What Food is This? by Rosemary Hausherr
Janey's Junkfood Adventure by Barbara Storper
- Parents and Families
365 Activities for Fitness, Food, and Fun for the Whole Family by Julia Sweet
Secrets of Feeding a Healthy Family by Ellyn Satter
Healthy Snack of the Week
Looking for a sweet but healthy snack? Try this recipe!
Fig Applesauce
By Chef George Kyrtatas, from Kiwi Magazine
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs. Gala apples, peeled
- 2 lbs. figs, peeled
- ¼ cup water
- 1 cup sugar
Directions:
1. Younger children can help by washing the fruit, and with supervision, older children can help peel the apples and figs.
2. Cook all ingredients in a 5 qt. pot over low heat, stirring occasionally, until all fruit is soft (approximately 1-1 ½ hrs.).
3. Press mixture through a medium sieve for a smooth consistency. Serve warm or cool.
Serves 8.
Exercise of the Week
It's getting chilly out there! Try one of these indoor-friendly exercises in preparation of the big Y12K run this November 14th! Put on some music and get to it!
Practice hopscotch.
See how long you can hop on one foot.
Do jumping jacks.
Invent some dance moves.
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