Make Healthy Living 'Stick' (and Fun!): Five Ways Clubs Are Using Active Healthy Happy

Let’s face it — talking to kids about healthy eating, movement, or even food waste isn’t always easy.

That’s why we created Active Healthy Happy — a 16-page, mission-led magazine that turns health and wellbeing into an exciting adventure.

It’s bold. It’s fun. It’s packed with small challenges that spark big conversations — and it’s already being used by clubs across the UK.

Here are five smart ways providers are using it — and how you can too:

✅ 1. Build skills with the Kitchen Super Skills Badge

From safe chopping to clever measuring, this mission boosts confidence without the risk. One provider set up a ‘no-knife challenge’ where kids practised with playdough and plastic tools — a fun, safe way to learn prep skills and promote independence.

“It made food prep feel fun and achievable — even for our youngest kids.” – Provider, Birmingham 

✅ 2. Turn mealtimes into learning with the Food Explorer Badge

This mission invites children to rate their snacks, compare textures, and chat about food in a non-judgemental way. Ideal for snack breaks or lunch chats — it naturally opens up healthy food talk without lectures.

“ We used it during snack time — it got kids talking about what they liked and why. No pressure, just curiosity.” – Club Leader, Devon

✅ 3. Add maths and meaning with the Budget Boss Badge

Money talk made fun. This mission helps kids explore budgeting, smart snack swaps and spending choices — all while building real-life skills. One club ran a ‘snack shop’ roleplay with fake money and loved how engaged the kids were.

“They didn’t even realise they were doing maths!” – Youth Worker, Leeds

✅ 4. Go green with Planet Protector and Green Thumb Badges

Get outdoors and explore food miles, eco habits, and planting from scraps. These missions are perfect for Earth Day sessions or when the sun’s out — and encourage kids to see how their actions impact the planet.

“Our club grew tomato plants from slices of real tomatoes — the kids were amazed!” – Volunteer, Norfolk

✅ 5. Get kids moving with the Adventure Seeker Badge

Movement + mindset = magic. This mission includes active challenges that boost confidence, teamwork and joy. Great for burning energy or ending your session on a high.

“We did a group relay and finished with a confidence circle — such a feel-good way to wrap up the day.” – Club Manager, Lancashire

Active Healthy Happy isn’t just a magazine. It’s your all-in-one wellbeing toolkit.

Use it during calm times, active play, food breaks, or take-home time — and help kids make healthy habits stick, one mission at a time.

>> Flip through the digital version here <<

Want a sample or info on bulk orders?  Email us at hello@thewondercompany.co.uk

Let’s make healthy living something kids get excited about — and make your sessions easier, more engaging, and packed with purpose.