Radio Commentary
Good health is essential to success
in the classroom. It is simply not possible to concentrate as fully as possible
if you are not feeling well, no matter what your age.
For this reason, all children
should have regular checkups by their doctor. Often, doctors can find and treat
a problem that could affect a child’s learning both in the short term and in
later years.
Symptoms that seem small or
insignificant could be forewarnings of more serious conditions. A trained
medical professional will know the difference.
Vision screenings are also
essential. A child who cannot see the board clearly cannot fully grasp all
that’s necessary from a lesson.
Good nutrition is also an important
part of good health. Children need to eat a variety of foods each day to
maintain healthy bodies.
Good nutrition helps them increase
their resistance to germs and diseases that are more prevalent in places where
many young people gather.
The fresher the food, the better.
Keeping processed foods to a minimum is always a good idea for young and old
alike.
Also, try to help your child choose
healthy snacks. Fruit, yogurt, plain popcorn, and carrot sticks are all good
choices.
Good health is the first essential
ingredient to success in life and in the classroom.
Every effort that is made to help
young people in this area is a step toward a higher quality of life and more
productive living.
