Helmets

IDPH has produced multiple resources to support the implementation of the Healthy Habit All-Stars program. Click the link below for the order form to request printed materials. The resources may also be downloaded for use. The printed materials are all free to entities within the State of Iowa. You may pick up your order, or it will be shipped to you when you provide a prepaid shipping label. The order form provides a list of all available resources, as well as instructions for obtaining your order.

Link to Materials Order Request Form (complete one form online for all requested materials)

General Resources

Course Outline and Lesson Plan

The course outline provides instructors reference material to provide the education. The outline includes descriptions of the animated characters, evaluation questions, introductions to the videos, and games to support the health messages. This course outline is available for download as a reference. Utilization of the course outline is recommended, but not required, for educators to present or use the materials associated with this program. 

HHAS educator course outline and lesson plan 

Helmet Fact Sheets

While there is no brain injury-proof helmet, wearing a helmet can help protect against a serious brain or head injury. Even with a helmet, it is important to avoid hits to the head.  For more information about helmet fittingIdentifying and managing concussions can be a complex process. For assistance in identifying concussions, reference the Concussion Symptom Checklist  . The CDC's Heads up program provides a variety of helmet fact sheets, including ones for bicycle and skateboard helmets. 

Bike Helmet Fact Sheet  

Skateboard Helmet Fact Sheet  

Ideas for Hosting Safety Events

Iowa Safe Routes to School is a local resource that can partner with your school to help develop a safe routes program in your school and community.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has a free guide written for anybody interested in planning a bicycle safety skills event (aka, bike rodeo) for children. That guide can be downloaded from the NHTSA website.

May 6, 2020 is Bike to School Day.  Visit Walk & Bike to School website to learn more about promoting safety and how to host a bike to school event.

Brain Injury Information

Need information and support following a concussion or other brain injury? The Brain Injury Alliance of Iowa is the Department of Public Health's contract partner for neuro-resource facilitation, a free service that provides information and support after brain injury. Brain Injury Alliance of Iowa staff can be contacted by calling 855-444-6443 or by emailing info@biaia.org. 

Video

Brady's Noggin

In Brady's Noggin, the Healthy Habit All Stars help Brady understand why it's important to always where a helmet when you have wheels under your seat or feet.

Posters

General Messaging Posters

Movie Posters

There are five variations of movie posters available. There is a poster specific to each character and one poster with all the Healthy Habits All-Stars. The printed posters are 24 X 36 inches. The posters are available for viewing and download by clicking on the image. The printed posters are available through IDPH by using the request form.

Temporary Tattoos

There are five different temporary tattoos available. Each tattoo features one of the All-Star characters or the Healthy Habit All-Stars logo. Each tattoo is 2 X 2 inches. The temporary tattoos may be viewed by clicking on each image. The tattoos are round and star shaped; they do not have a white square background when applied. The temporary tattoos are available from IDPH by using the request form. 

Coloring Book and Activity Guide

Activity Guide

There are two activity guides available for download. Click on the image to download. 

Coloring Book

Certificates of Accomplishment