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Welcome to Maranacook's New Wellness Site!

"a tool to educate and support healthier living"

        Hello, and welcome!  Take a look around.  My objective for this site is to have one place that students K-12, educators, family and community members could go to access information surrounding food and fitness. This is a work in progress in which I encourage you to send me ideas, topics and information that you feel is relevant to guide us toward a healthier society.  Thank you.  - Nancy Martin, Activities/Wellness Director,  Nancy_Martin@Maranacook.org


Did you know that Maranacook has marked walking trails open to the public?   Download a trail map.  
Our schools have walks listed with Healthy Maine Walks.  
Take It Outside has created a list of area hikes just for our area!  10 Ideas for Maranacook Students and Families   

Hey Kids!
Fun Games to do now


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Learn about:  GETTING MUSCLES

Downloadable Form: KIDS PLAY





For Teens

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Local Physical Activity
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Zumba, Yoga, Nordic Pole Walking  and More!
Parents and Educators

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Families can read about nutrition news and tips, create kid friendly recipes, discover childrens books about nutrition and using coloring books on line.  Teachers can find educational information and lesson plans.



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            Recipe Links  
  
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Recipes making healthy taste great!  Cooking Light
 
Most Popular Vegetarian Times  recipes

International recipes The Global Gourmet

For Holidays and Celebrations Epicurious Food


Search recipes by the ingredients you have on hand:
                                                    




Physical Activity

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Downloadable Forms




12609_84518_0.jpgMore for Educators

activeacademics practical ideas to elementary classroom teachers for integrating physical activity throughout the school day. Lesson ideas are "10 minute or less" activities and get students moving while learning content from a variety of subject areas.

energizers Energizers are classroom-based physical activities that integrate physical activity with academic concept.  

teachers/healthfitness/inventory/nutrition You can enter the grade level and topic for nutrition or physical activity and you get lesson ideas.


 Each week the Maranacook Staff is e-mailed a
      wellness tip.  Wellness Tips

Monthly Q & A session with the founder of Occupational Medical Consulting, Dr. Catlett.


    











 

Maranacook Area Schools
RSU 038
45 Millard Harrison Drive, Readfield, ME 04355-3573
Phone: 207.685.3336 | Fax: 207.685.4703
Richard Abramson, Superintendent
Email: rich_abramson@maranacook.org
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