Feet First is available to all elementary schools and to any other child-oriented groups such as scouts, day camps etc. The diversity of the program makes it appealing for groups interested in teaching their students about the environment, physical health, or community awareness.

Why Would Feet First Be Good For My Students?

Feet First is an educational outreach program that teaches children the positive health, environmental and community benefits of using active transportation. Feet First introduces children to the idea that there is life beyond the backseat of a car and that participating in it by walking, riding bikes, using the bus and other alternate modes, we can all begin to take better care of our environment, our communities and our physical health. Our program gives children the knowledge and skills to make important choices as they grow into adulthood thereby raising a new generation in tune with the environment and aware of our place within it. Through a series of interactive learning sessions, workbook activities and hands on experiments, Feet First illustrates the links between alternate modes, healthy bodies, responsible environmentalism and strong communities.

What Can I Expect From Feet First?

Students receive workbooks with hand on activities and take home assignments for each section. Each day focuses on a different alternate mode and explores the positive environmental effects of that mode. In addition, the program addresses a different environmental concern each day such as global warming or air pollution. Children are encouraged to ask questions and presenter/student interactions is actively encouraged.

How Can I Bring Feet First to My Classroom?

The program is offered free to schools and groups and is conducted by trained volunteers. The two-day, half-hour-a-day program is thought on two levels: grades 2-3 and grades 4-5. to sign up for the program or for more information, contact us at:
jessica@feetfirstinfo.org or 303-299-2050

For program format, see about us

Sample exercise:

Second and Third Grade:

Fourth and Fifth Grade: