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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Centers for Disease Control: Childhood Obesity

For Students 9th - 10th
The concern over obesity in children in the United States is staggering. This site provides research and statistics along with suggesting ways to change the epidemic. Includes video.
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American Heart Association

American Heart Association: Understanding Childhood Obesity [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Sourcebook (published in 2010) focuses on the causes and consequences of childhood obesity.
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Other

American Academy of Pediatrics

For Students 9th - 10th
Home page of a professional organization of physicians specializing in child health and safety.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Centers for Disease Control: Obesity and Overweight Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
The CDC provides a collection of information on obesity and the concerns that come with it.
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Other

Kids' Health: What Is Obesity?

For Students 3rd - 5th
A kid friendly site to help learn about obesity. Includes cartoons drawn by children and a list of obesity related topics to just click on. Brief facts aimed at younger students are provided. Links to other kid health topics are included...