Healthy you, Happy you!
Rasheedat Sadiq
Catherine Groenewald

If you would like to be strong,
A healthy lifestyle you must live.

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With a balanced diet you can't go wrong!

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Run, skip, swim, hike and ride,
To keep your bones and muscles fit.

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With exercise you can't lose your stride!

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Remember to wash after fun and play.
Cleanliness is a key part of health.

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With soap and water the germs can't stay!

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Your sparkling teeth show a beautiful smile .
Work to avoid cavities, plaque and decay.

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With brushing and flossing bad breath can't rile!

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In times of trouble your heart may feel sick.
Maybe you're sad, angry, lonely or afraid,

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With proper guidance bad moods can't stick!

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We need to keep our Earth alive.
Avoid deforestation and destruction.

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With eco-solutions pollutants can't thrive.

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New energy comes from rest.
Relax your body and mind.

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With a good night's sleep you can't help but be your best.

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Staying healthy is quite easy to do.
Take good care of your mind, soul and body.

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With a healthy you, you CAN have a Happy You!

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Healthy you, Happy you!
Author - Rasheedat Sadiq
Illustration - Catherine Groenewald, Rasheedat Sadiq, Jesse Breytenbach, Wiehan de Jager, Offei Tettey Eugene, Kenneth Boyowa Okitikpi, Abraham Muzee, Leo Daly, Magriet Brink, Brian Wambi
Language - English
Level - First paragraphs