Asset Details
Do you wish to reserve the book?
Educational cartoon as an edutainment strategy to combat pediatric obesity: an innovative proposal from the PODiaCar Project
Hey, we have placed the reservation for you!
By the way, why not check out events that you can attend while you pick your title.
Oops! Something went wrong.
Looks like we were not able to place the reservation. Kindly try again later.
Are you sure you want to remove the book from the shelf?
Educational cartoon as an edutainment strategy to combat pediatric obesity: an innovative proposal from the PODiaCar Project
Do you wish to request the book?
Educational cartoon as an edutainment strategy to combat pediatric obesity: an innovative proposal from the PODiaCar Project
Please be aware that the book you have requested cannot be checked out. If you would like to checkout this book, you can reserve another copy
We have requested the book for you!
Your request is successful and it will be processed during the Library working hours. Please check the status of your request in My Requests.
Oops! Something went wrong.
Looks like we were not able to place your request. Kindly try again later.
Journal Article
Educational cartoon as an edutainment strategy to combat pediatric obesity: an innovative proposal from the PODiaCar Project
2025
Overview
Pediatric obesity is an escalating global health concern with profound physical and psychological impacts, both in the short and long term. The EU-funded initiative, \"Fight against Pediatric Obesity: from a Predictive Tool for Type 2 Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease Risk to Healthy Educational Programs\" (PODiaCar), seeks to address childhood obesity through a comprehensive, multidimensional strategy. A key component is a cartoon titled
Grandma Wilma’s Tales
, created to promote healthy lifestyles among young children and their families. Targeted at preschoolers and early primary school students, the cartoon uses an “edutainment” strategy, blending education with entertainment, to keep children engaged while they learn. The story follows a young boy named Vitto and his dog Buzz as they discover the dangers of poor diet and inactivity and the benefits of a healthy, balanced lifestyle. By using simple language, engaging visuals, and relatable characters, the cartoon informs and motivates children to make healthier choices in everyday life. Its design focuses on accessibility and appeal, helping children absorb important health messages in an enjoyable way. This initiative highlights the power of visual communication and storytelling in health education. Teaching children about balanced diets and active living from an early age can build a strong foundation for lifelong wellness. Supporting and sharing projects like PODiaCar at national and international levels is essential for developing future public health strategies and encouraging innovative, child-focused educational approaches.
Publisher
BioMed Central,Springer Nature B.V,BMC
We currently cannot retrieve any items related to this title. Kindly check back at a later time.