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Keep a glass or bottle of water handy at all times
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Keeping a glass or bottle of water with you all the time is super important
Because it makes it easy to drink whenever you’re thirsty!
When you have water close by, you’ll remember to drink more often.
Did you know that kids between 4-8 years old should drink five cups of water every day, and kids between 7-13 years old should drink about 7-8 cups?
That’s a lot of water, but don’t worry—you can sip little bits throughout the day, and it all adds up!
Carrying your water bottle with you will help remind you to drink and stay hydrated all day long.
Sipping water helps keep you energised and your brain sharp, so you can focus at school. It also keeps your skin glowing, muscles strong, and makes you feel amazing!
Your body needs lots of water to help everything work. In one study, scientists found that losing just a little water after exercise made people feel grumpy, have trouble concentrating, and get more headaches.2 In another study, losing water made people struggle to remember things and feel more tired.3 So, drinking enough water helps you feel your best!
Small changes CAN make a big difference – that’s what The 1% Kids’ Club is all about!
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Why do we need to drink water: Why is water so important? – BBC Bitesize
In this article you can learn:
Why we need to drink water
How to stay hydrated
Signs of dehydration
Pee Chart to check for signs of dehydration: Think2DrinkH2O poster – healthy pee chart child
- Set up a water station: Create a water station in the classroom where kids can easily refill their bottles. This way, they won’t need to leave the room to get a drink, and they’ll be more likely to stay hydrated during class.
- Water break reminders: Use a timer or a fun signal, like a bell or a song, to remind kids to drink water throughout the day. Make it part of the routine, especially before or after activities, so they remember to hydrate.
- Encourage reusable water bottles: Have students bring their own reusable water bottles with their names on them. You can even offer small prizes or rewards for kids who bring their bottles every day.
- Model good habits: Drink water in front of the class! Kids love to follow their teacher’s example, so when they see you staying hydrated, they’ll be more likely to do the same. Lead by example and show how easy and important it is to drink water throughout the day!
- Let your child pick their water bottle: Have your child choose a water bottle with a cool colour or fun design. When they love their bottle, they’ll be excited to carry it around and use it!
- Mark drink goals: Draw lines on your child’s water bottle to show how much they should drink by certain times of the day. This can help them keep track and stay on top of their hydration.
- Add flavour to water: Make water more interesting by adding fresh fruits, veggies, or herbs like cucumber or mint. It’s a fun way to mix things up and make water even more enjoyable!
- Use the pee colour chart: Show your child how the colour of their urine can help them understand if they’re drinking enough water. If it’s too dark, it’s a sign they need to drink more.
- Hydration tips for children – Children’s Health. (2018). Childrens.com.
https://www.childrens.com/health-wellness/hydration-tip-for-your-childs-health-infographic - A 4-d Water Intake Intervention Increases Hydration and Cognitive Flexibility among Preadolescent Children. Naiman A Khan, Daniel R Westfall, Alicia R Jones, Macie A Sinn, Jeanne H Bottin, Erica T Perrier, and Charles H Hillman. Vol. 149. Issue 12, p2255–2264.
- Ganio, M. S., Armstrong, L. E., Casa, D. J., McDermott, B. P., Lee, E. C., Yamamoto, L. M., Marzano, S., Lopez, R. M., Jimenez, L., Le Bellego, L., Chevillotte, E., & Lieberman, H. R. (2011). Mild dehydration impairs cognitive performance and mood of men. The British Journal of Nutrition, 106(10), 1535–1543. https://doi.org/10.1017/S0007114511002005
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