Ladybug for Girls began their first school program this past October. We went to Wynbrooke Elementary School and worked with 84 girls (grades 3-5) about Nutrition, Fitness, and Gardening.
Nutrition:
During the Nutrition segment, the girls learned a lot about how to eat healthy, the 5 food groups, and much more! The 3rd grade girls did a simulation of a grocery store and there they picked picked out foods from all 5 food groups to make a healthy and nutritious meal. The 4th and 5th grade girls did a taste test with pomegranate, carrots with non-fat ranch dressing, and yogurt. The girls learned a lot of interesting information about eating nutritious while having a ton of fun!
Fitness:
The Atlanta Dream and their team mascot, Star came to Wynbrooke and helped Ladybug for Girls teach the girls about fitness and staying active. The girls learned basic basketball skills and drills. They played competitive games such as relay races and "Coach Says" (a variation of Simon Says) against each other and had a blast! Gardening:
The girls learned about why gardening is important. They each planted their own radish! Each girl learned how to plant and take care of their new plants. Not only do they have their own radish growing, but most of the girls said that they help their parents or other family members grow fruits and vegetables from tomatoes to watermelons.
Ladybug for Girls finished up the program this past March for this school year. We are excited to start again next school year and expanding the program in the future!
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