Happy, Healthy, Ready
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September 23, 2025
Military families demonstrate remarkable resilience and a proactive spirit in facing life’s challenges. To further enhance family readiness and well-being, Sesame Street for Military Families has launched new resources to encourage healthy habits through engaging and enjoyable activities. These tools provide practical guidance on nutritious eating and physical activity, designed to be accessible and fun for all ages. By integrating wellness into everyday routines, military families can strengthen their physical and emotional health—together. The new resources include three videos, three printables, and four articles.
In It Together (Video)
In this video, we see how Elmo and his family make physical fitness a regular part of their family’s well-being. When Elmo’s dad, Louie, needs to do some extra training for an upcoming physical fitness test, they all pitch in to help him. Together, they find ways to support their family “team,” such as making healthy snacks and adding extra challenge and cheer to an exercise routine. Before you watch, make a list of activities your family likes to do to stay active.
Cooking Up Healthy Choices (Video)
Elmo’s mommy prepares meals to help make it easier for their family to eat nutritious foods and make healthy choices throughout the week. In this video, we see how an important task can become an opportunity for playful — and tasty — connection for the whole family.
Kitchen Garden (Video)
In this video, we see Rosita and her family plant their own kitchen herb garden. When the plants grow, they’ll add fresh herbs to their favorite foods or flavor, while saving money!
Grow a Kitchen Garden! (Printable)
Save money and eat healthy with your very own kitchen garden! Use this printable to plant a simple kitchen garden and teach children important concepts, such as where food comes from
On the Menu (Printable)
S haring—and showing—what meals your family has planned for the week can help you stay organized, make healthy choices, and spark family conversations. Use this printable to plan and display your family’s dinner options for the week.
We’ve Got the Moves! (Printable)
Celebrate the fun ways families stay active together! Color this new printable page as a family, then act out the moves you see your favorite Sesame Street friends doing
Meal Planning (Article)
Military families are always on the go—and meal planning can help make the week smoother and healthier for everyone! This article shares simple tips to help you save time and even get little ones excited about trying new foods.
3 Healthy, Easy, Kid-Pleasing Recipes (Article)
Quick, nutritious, and budget-friendly, Sesame Street for Military Families shares three snack and meal ideas that are perfect for busy military families! Plus, little ones can join in the fun by helping stir, mash, and measure.
PCS’ing Pantry Staples (Article)
Military moves can change routines, including how families eat and prepare meals. This article offers smart, budget-friendly tips for healthy eating before, during, and after a PCS
Let’s Move…and Play (Article)
Physical activity supports children’s development, emotional well-being, and family connection. From playful walks to calming bedtime exercises, this article offers creative ways to integrate movement into daily routines
For more resources visit Sesame Street for Military Families Healthy Happy Ready webpage.