Chubby Roni Takes Action

By Dr. Roni C. Roth Beshears

CHUBBY RONI TAKES ACTION is about a young girl who is teased by schoolmates and embarrassed by her unsatisfactory school physical fitness report. With the help of a neighbor, Roni and her family take action to improve their health and wellness. A personal story, written by a registered dietitian nutritionist in picture book format, offers simple and practical lifestyle and food changes necessary to guide children to achieve a well-balanced diet and healthy lifestyle with family support. Key components of a weight management strategy for overweight kids are presented, including dietary elements and suggestions for physical and recreational activity. Thirty discussion questions are listed to help children get to know themselves better by probing into daily activities and relationships. This book was created for children and their families and can be a tool for use in schools, community centers, medical practices, health fairs and other settings that want to encourage and educate families about wellness. The goal is to support families in establishing a wholesome and healthful environment for children, in which they can grow, learn and accomplish their dreams.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1497377862
• ISBN13: 9781497377868
• Release Date: March 2014
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.0" x 0.1" x 8.0"