Online Resources

NHPS provides programs and materials for organizations to incorporate the 5-2-1-Almost None message. If you would like more information, please contact us at nhps_info@nemours.org.

Healthy for Life: A Guide for Families

NHPS’s latest publication provides information about Body Mass Index (BMI) and what it can tell you about your child's health; help you decide what actions to take based on the results of your child's BMI; and let you know about the places in your community that offer physical activities, healthy foods, and nutrition counseling.

• A Guide for Families in English
  
• A Guide for Families in Spanish

5-2-1-Almost None Fact Sheets

Download these handouts for parents and kids. Each one focuses on a different part of the 5-2-1-Almost None formula.

In English

• 5-2-1-Almost None Fact Sheet
• 5 Fact Sheet for Parents
• 2 Fact Sheet for Parents
• 1 Fact Sheet for Parents
• Almost None Fact Sheet for Parents
• 5 Fact Sheet for Kids
• 2 Fact Sheet for Kids
• 1 Fact Sheet for Kids
• Almost None Fact Sheet for Kids

In Spanish

• 5-2-1-Almost None Fact Sheet
• 5 Fact Sheet for Parents
• 2 Fact Sheet for Parents
• 1 Fact Sheet for Parents
• Almost None Fact Sheet for Parents
• Visit the We Can!website to download resources in Spanish (Recursosen español)
• Visit the VERB website to download materials in Spanish

Bulletin Boards

Here are some photos of sample bulletin boards to get you started:

• 5-2-1-Almost None Board
• 5 Board

Designing Your 5-2-1-Almost None Bulletin Board

• Match up the number with the healthy lifestyle recommendation—for example, display the number "5" next to the text saying "Eat at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables per day."
• Download this two-page list of ideas for your board.
• Read bulletin board tips and get related materials from the Louisiana Department of Education, Division of Nutrition Assistance website.  
• Download free graphics from NHPS, or from other organizations that promote similar concepts. Use them as a starting point to add interest to your 5-2-1-Almost None bulletin board.
  • 5-2-1-Almost None graphics–8.5 x 11 in. (letter) - ENGLISH
  • 5-2-1-Almost None graphics—8.5 x 11 in. (letter) - SPANISH

Interactive Placemat

This fun placemat helps kids learn about 5-2-1-Almost None through word games and coloring activities.

Coloring Activity Sheets

Download and print this 3-page activity where kids pick and color their favorite veggies for vegetable soup

Healthy Story Hour Guide

Created by the Sussex County Child Health Promotion Coalition in partnership with NHPS, The Healthy Story Hour Guide is a resource designed to introduce children ages 2 to 6 to healthy eating and physical activity through popular children’s books, interactive experiences, and meaningful activities.

Almost None Sugar Shock Kit

The Almost None Sugar Shock Kit provides a fun and interactive way to show how much sugar is in some popular drinks. It can be used to discuss the difference between healthy and sugary drinks, and the reasons why sugary drinks should be limited.

• Create Your Own Almost None Sugar Shock Kit (includes information on what you’ll need, how it will be used, and other helpful tips)
• Instructions for Using the Almost None Sugar Shock Kit
• Label Template for Beverages and Sugar Cups
• Label Template for Sugar Content Chart
• Label Template for Kit Container