more... > Catalog > Just for Kids & Teens > Nutrition & Fitness > Smart Choices: A Close Look at MyPyramid for Kids [Image: Close Look at MyPyramid for Kids] MyPyramid for Kids reminds you to be physically active every day, or most days, and to make healthy food choices. Use this fact sheet to help you figure out the symbols of the new food guide pyramid. Smart Choices: Make Smart Choices for Good Health (Youth) [Image: Make Smart Choices for Good Health] information on 8 Steps for Health program, food facts and jump roping for exercising. Smart Choices: Nutrition Facts Label [Image: smart choices] Tips on how to use the nutrition facts label to eat a healthy breakfast. (PDF Format Only) Physical Activity Guidelines fo Children [Image: Physical Activity Guidelines for Children] Regular physical activity is associated with immediate and long-term health benefits such as easier weight control, lower blood pressure, improved cardio-respiratory function and enhanced psychological well-being. Active children are more likely to become active adults. Suggestions for indoor and outdoor activities included. (PDF format only)  more articles... MyPyramid [Image: MyPyramid for Kids] The new USDA recommendations for healthy eating and activity for kids. (PDF format only) Snack Facts (Youth Fact Sheet) [Image: Snack Facts] Snacks are OK...if you don't eat them too close to mealtime. Use the snack food guide pyramid to help you choose a healthy snack. Fun with Nutrition Facts Youth Fact Sheet Learn how to read the nutrition facts label. Recipe for banana raisin pancakes included.