The Family Fitness Fun Book: Healthy Living for the Whole Family [Paperback]

Rose R. Kennedy (Author), Lori Baird (Author), Rose Kennedy (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 21, 2005

Get Fit, Have Fun, and Bring Your Family Together!

Your childhood memories are full of adventure and activities with friends, family, and neighbors, But in this technology-driven world, your children spend more time inside than out. If you’re trying to think of ways to make the outdoors fun again and introduce your children to the classic games you remember, The Family Fitness Fun Book is for you!

It’s time to spend that precious time with your family–all while having fun and getting fit. The Family Fitness Fun Book contains activities for all ages, and groups, in all kinds of weather, making sure your Saturdays (and every day) will always be active and exciting!

Bring back those fun-filled days, whether it is summer or winter, rainy or sunny! The Family Fitness Fun Book is designed to be simple and easy-to-use, featuring:

· A searchable chart to assist your selection of the perfect game for your school party or family picnic
· Helpful icons to help you find an appropriate activity for any size group of any age
· Chapters divided by weather, space, and environment conditions

Give your children the memories they will cherish for a lifetime with The Family Fitness Fun Book!

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Rose Kennedy is a badminton aficionado who has coached for the American Youth Soccer Organization and organized a Family Reunion Fun in the Sun Day. She lives in Knoxville, Tennessee with her husband and three still-active teenage girls who are known to play Capture the Flag on occasion.

Product Details

• Paperback: 200 pages
• Publisher: Hatherleigh Press (June 21, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1578261457
• ISBN-13: 978-1578261451
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 0.4 x 10 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,102,558 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must for Healthy Family Fun, October 2, 2005

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Bonnie Neely - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Family Fitness Fun Book: Healthy Living for the Whole Family (Paperback)

The Family Fitness Fun Book: Healthy Living for the Whole Family by Rose R. Kennedy is a must for every family book collection. It is a well-organized and indexed guide to playing many types of active games with the goal of fun and fitness for every member of the family. With American children increasingly in danger of obesity and diabetes because of sedentary lifestyles, Rose gets your family into the habit of thinking "fun" instead of"work-out!" Detailing many old timey games which require no planning or equipment,she tells the rules of the game in a quick glance chart telling :Indoor or Outdoor, Ages Appropriate, Number of Players, Suitable Weather, Time Required, Parental Supervision needed, and Intensity Level. She tells for each game what you need, how to set up, how to play, and the Rules. There are games for all ages, for indoor and outdoor, for small and large groups, Super-Quick, Rainy Days, Snow Fun, Fun for One, Parties, etc. Kennedy explains how to determine heart rate and fitness levels and to set new goals for your family by incorporating daily movement into your activities just for fun and togetherness. The adorable black and white photos of laughing children throughout the book make the games look enticing. The book is a MUST!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Active Family Fun, July 12, 2005

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Sally Hickey (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Family Fitness Fun Book: Healthy Living for the Whole Family (Paperback)

An excellent activity resource for kids and adults. With just a glance at the game chart,you have an appropriate activity in under a minute. I especially liked the chatty, easy way the information was relayed - like a personal conversation and good advice from your best friend.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Fitness the way it used to be done, July 7, 2005

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Kelly Wright "Avid Reader" (Knoxville, TN USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Family Fitness Fun Book: Healthy Living for the Whole Family (Paperback)

This book brought back memories of when I was a child. My friends and I used to play many of the games listed in the book. It's an excellent way to get exercise, have fun, and spend time with friends and family. Today's kids spend far too much time on sedentary activities, usually involving a computer! Ms. Kennedy has provided us with an interesting, organized, and informative resource for family fun, recreation, and exercise! I would especially reccommend this book for those with young children. Start early to develop good habits!