1. Gold Sneaker Training Policy 1.2, 1.3, 1.4 and 1.8

2. Policy 1.2 The policy: Television, video and other visual recordings shall not be used with children two years of age or younger. For children ages two and older, viewing of television, videos and other visual recordings shall be limited to no more than 60 minutes per day of educational programs or programs that actively engage child movement. Children attending less than a full day program shall be limited to a proportionate amount of such viewing. This shall be stated in the individual child care facilitys policies.

3. Policy 1.2 Why? What can you do to ensure minimal use of such devices? –Roundtable discussion –Complete worksheet Implementation Packet Review –Change policy –Follow up – staff training, monitoring –Documentation

4. Policy 1.3 The policy: Children shall not be allowed to remain sedentary or to sit passively for more than 60 minutes continuously, except for scheduled rest or naptime. This shall be stated in the individual child care facilitys policies.

5. Policy 1.3 Why? Implementation Packet Review –Change policy –Follow up –Documentation What can you do to ensure minimal sitting time? –Roundtable discussion –Complete worksheet

6. Policy 1.4 The policy: Child care facilities must ensure physical activity, if used to control behavior, is used as a positive reinforcement and is never used negatively. This shall be stated in the individual child care facilitys policies.

7. Policy 1.8 The policy: Food is intended to nourish the body; therefore no food, candy or drink shall be used to control a childs behavior. All eating opportunities should consist of a respect for the child and promoting a positive attitude toward food. This shall be stated in the individual child care facilitys policies.

8. Policy 1.4 and 1.8 Implementation Packet Review –Change policy –Follow up –Documentation