1. WELCOME TO THE JDRF KIDS WALK KICK-OFF!

2. Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) Type 2 Diabetes

3. Type 1: 3 million Americans Around 80 people per day in the U.S. are diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes Type 2

4. Type 1 vs. Type 2 Type 1 (Juvenile): Pancreas stops making insulin – diabetics must get it from an outside source Not contagious – can’t catch it like a cold Can’t get it from eating too much sugar Doctors still working to find out the cause Type 2: Pancreas still makes insulin – isn’t enough, body can’t use it correctly There are many different causes of Type 2 diabetes Sometimes, Type 2 can be prevented through exercise and healthy eating

5. Pancreas Produces Insulin

6. Insulin is the Key Eat food Sugar → bloodstream Pancreas makes insulin And Turns the Key Sugar gets into our cells and we use it for energy

9. Upper Arms Upper Legs Stomach Hips

11. Must eat on a regular schedule Test blood sugar with a finger prick before eating Too High: needs insulin from shot or pump Too Low: needs snack or juice right away

12. Symptoms of Low/High Blood Sugar

13. Kids helping other kids with diabetes Fundraising helps doctors and scientists to do research It’s easy, fun and helps a great cause…finding a cure for diabetes! Walking shows support… and it’s good exercise !

14. Everybody gets an envelope to take home Inside are paper sneakers for donations Talk to your mom or dad about asking people to donate

15. You can ask grandparents, neighbors, friends, everybody! Never go alone! Put their name on a sneaker & put the money in the envelope Return the envelope to your teacher by the due date

17. You can also raise money online at: www.jdrf.org/kidswalk www.jdrf.org/kidswalk Ask your parent to help you register You can create your own fundraising page and email friends and family to ask for their support!

18. Earn a banner for your school! YOUR SCHOOL’S NAME HERE!!

19. Win Difference Maker Awards! PRIZES ARE CUMULATIVE!

20. WELCOME TO THE JDRF KIDS WALK KICK-OFF!

21. So…don’t forget the Top 10!

22. Thirsty all the time Going to the bathroom a lot Sleepiness/being tired Hungry all the time Getting skinnier all of a sudden Changes in eyesight Sugar in urine Fruity odor on breath Heavy/labored breathing Stupor or unconsciousness

24. Thanks for being a kid helping other kids…like me!! See you at the walk!