Hey, Kids!
Are you wondering how Active Bodies Active Minds works? It's simple!
- First Sign Up to participate in the Active Bodies Active Minds program and enter the 2009 MLS All-Star Game Sweepstakes.
- Go to the Summer Reading and Summer Fitness page each month this summer (June, July, and August) to download and print that month's reading log and fitness log. Each log has a different monthly goal for you to meet (or beat!).
- Use the reading lists to choose a book, or find a book on your own that you think you'll enjoy. Then, choose several activities from the fitness list that you'd like to try. Talk to a parent or guardian about the books and activities that you've selected. They may have suggestions too!
- Use the logs to track the time that you spend reading and exercising. At the end of each month, tally your time and see if you meet (or beat) the goal. Then, have a parent or guardian sign your logs. Then, log back on to MLSnet.com/abam to submit your logs here.
- After you complete the program, you will be eligible to register for your chance to win a session at The David Beckham Academy! Have fun this summer! We know that you can achieve your goals!
Dear Parents
Help your children get started by finding the reading log and the fitness log and the reading and fitness lists. The reading lists include grade-level appropriate suggestions to help your children find new books to read. The fitness lists provide fun ideas to help keep them active during the summer months.
You are your children's most important coach. Encourage them to read and exercise, and help them track their progress during the summer. Ask questions about the books they're reading, help them find new books, and even get outside and kick around the soccer ball! To learn how you can become your children's most supportive coach and biggest fan, visit the Parent's Page for more information on summer learning and summer fitness. Most importantly, have fun!
