Greetings,

I would like to share three briefs from Active Living Research featuring evidence on policies, programs, and practices that support walking and biking to school.  When children can safely and easily walk or bike to school, they get more physical activity—something that can help prevent obesity and promote good health. Please let your colleagues know about these resources and contact me with any questions you might have.

The Impact of State Safe Routes to School-related Laws on Active Travel to School Policies and Practices in U.S. Elementary Schools

Program Practices and Demographic Factors Associated with Federal Funding for the Safe Routes to School Program in the United States

Impact of a Pilot Walking School Bus Intervention on Children's Pedestrian Safety Behaviors: A Pilot Study

We have many other resources too that you can use to create more active, healthy communities. Let me know if you want more information.

Thank you,

Debbie

Debbie Lou, Ph.D.

Program Analyst

Active Living Research -- A National Program of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation

Using evidence to prevent childhood obesity and create active communities

UC San Diego

3900 Fifth Ave, Suite 310

San Diego, CA 92103

Ph: (619) 260-6336

Fx: (619) 260-1510

www.activelivingresearch.org