Starting Early
Schedule a first dental visit within six months after kids’ first tooth, or by their first birthday, then visit the dentist twice a year.
Together with children, watch the video and talk about how much Snazzle loved his dental visit. Schedule a first dental visit within six months after a kids’ first tooth, or by their first birthday, then visit the dentist twice a year. Before the first visit, explain to kids that dentists check teeth to make sure they are healthy. Mention what kids might experience:
- Sitting in a big chair that goes up and down, tilting back, bright light
- Having their teeth counted, just like Snazzle
- Having pictures (x-rays) taken of their teeth
- Having gooey fluoride put on their teeth (like vitamins for your teeth)
- Getting their teeth “tickled” by a special kind of toothbrush
- Getting a present when finished, such as a toothbrush and small tube of toothpaste! What flavor was Snazzle’s favorite? (boysenberry)
Elmo’s World: Dance Party
Watch and dance along with Elmo, Grover, and friends from around the world!
Let's Play Outside
Learning happens everywhere! Explore "outdoor science" ideas that encourage children to engage with the world around them.
Healthy Together: Celebrating & Practicing Whole-Family Health
Use these whole-family activity pages to explore new ways to build healthy habits and take care of yourselves… as a family.
Sun’s Up, Sun’s Down: Healthy Families & Healthy Days
A storybook about all the healthy habits that make up our daily routines!
Sleepy Stars
Use this printable to try out some new wind-down strategies for bedtime.
Abelardo’s Family Day
A storybook about the many ways families can spend time together and stay active!
Small Steps, Healthy Wins
A course for clinicians that offers evidence- and strengths-based guidance to aid in your work supporting families in building healthy habits that last a lifetime.
