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Know Your Mosquitoes to Protect Yourself
Mosquito trapping efforts across the state in the last seven years showed that there are over 20 species of mosquitoes occurring in South Dakota, yet only two species dominate the surveillance data: Aedes vexans and Culex tarsalis.
Weightlifting for Beginners
Resistance training or weightlifting is one of the four components of fitness. It can be scary to start resistance training if you have never lifted weights before, but these tips and tricks will set you on the right path for the weight floor!
Practicing Mindfulness With The Breath
Practicing mindfulness through our breath will allow us to take notice of our emotions and what triggers us feel a certain way. When we live in this place of mindfulness, we experience less stress, anxiety, and lack of understanding.
Light, Moderate, and Vigorous Activity
Physical activity of all kinds can be performed in a variety of intensities, including light, moderate, and vigorous. Learn some expert tips for recognizing the difference!
Brain Breaks in the Classroom
Do your students struggle with behavior or staying on task? Boost your classroom productivity with Brain Breaks!
Dakota & Lakota Traditional Games Resource
Play these games to promote the development of physical endurance, coordination, dexterity, quickness and strength.
Traditional Native American Games: Beat Boredom
Traditional Native American Games might be just the activity you are looking for to bring the whole family together (and cut down on excess screen time)!
Ages and Stages of Youth Development
Fact sheet on the ages and stages of youth development.
Make Reading Aloud Fun And Routine
Reading aloud is one of the most important things parents and teachers can do with children.
Getting Kids Into Healthy Sleep Habits
It is important for children to get their recommended hours of sleep each night, but good sleep quality is also essential.