Table 3 Nutritional gatekeeper role modeling curriculum lessons, objectives and activities for childcare center teachers and parents

Lesson 1: If you are active, your child will be active.

· the benefits of being an active caregiver and child

Caregivers fill out the “Together We Can” weekly Caregiver and child activity chart

· the right conditions for your child to have the best time while exercising with you

Find local and inexpensive physical activities in the area that families can do together

· the “Three Elements of Physical Fitness” in action in the playground

· physical activities that strive for endurance, strength, and flexibility that can be done with your child

Perform endurance, strength, and flexibility exercises with caregivers

· how to be a good example for your child

· why physical activity is important for you and your child

· how much physical fitness your child needs

Lesson 2: Empowerment and problem solving : Staying active and having a positive body image

· Fun exercises you can do with your child

Caregivers will take the “Healthy Body Survey” and discuss the results

· What body image is and how you can develop a better one

· How to become a healthy eater

· How to determine if you have a healthy relationship with food and fitness

Discuss and perform activities that keep caregivers and children active at home

Lesson 3: If you eat healthy foods, your child will eat healthy foods

· How to get kids to chose what they like to eat

Prepare a kid-friendly fruit and veggie party and taste the goodies

· The benefits of taking kids to the grocery store

· The benefits of cooking with your kids

Demonstrate how children can take part in cooking a healthy, easy and quick meal at home.

· How to get kids to try new foods

· Tips on fighting obesity

· Fun ideas for healthy eaters

· How much to feed your child

· Eating safety tips

Show healthy portion sizes for preschoolers

Lesson 4: Empowerment and Problem Solving: Staying active

Tips on how to have a fit child

Perform yoga exercises for caregivers and children

· Tips on fighting obesity and staying active

· How to help children learn new skills while going for a walk

Play fun, active games that can be played at home

· What preschool children should be able to do

· When you should call a doctor