WorksheetsUnderstanding Fitness for Kids
Total questions: 8
Worksheet time: 12mins
"Being fit is a way of saying a person eats well, gets a lot of physical activity (exercise), and has a healthy weight." What does it mean to be fit according to the article?
To be very strong and run fast
To eat fast food every day
To eat well, exercise, and have a healthy weight
To play video games every day
"Here are five rules to live by, if you're a kid who wants to be fit."
How many rules does the article suggest for being a fit kid?
3
5
7
10
"People who care (parents, doctors, teachers, and others) want to know how to help kids be more fit."
Who are some of the people interested in helping kids stay fit?
Only parents
Only teachers
Parents, doctors, teachers, and others
Only friends
"The trick is to follow these rules most of the time, knowing that some days (like your birthday) might call for cake and ice cream."
Is it okay to eat treats like cake and ice cream sometimes?
No, never
Only at school
Yes, but only on special days
Yes, every day
"Try for at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables a day — 2 fruits and 3 vegetables."
How many servings of fruits and vegetables should a kid eat each day?
2
3
4
5
"If you are 4 to 8 years old, drink 2½ cups of milk a day. If you're 9 or older, aim for 3 cups of milk per day."
How many cups of milk should a 9-year-old drink each day?
1 cup
2 cups
2½ cups
3 cups
"Try to spend no more than 2 hours a day on screen time, not counting using the computer for school and educational activities."
What is the maximum screen time recommended for kids (not counting school work)?
1 hour
2 hours
3 hours
4 hours
"Find ways to be active every day, like playing outside."
What is one example of being active every day?
Watching TV
Sleeping all day
Playing outside
Doing homework
