There are seven basic phases of the Healthy Children Healthy Futures Program:
1. Snacks and Physical Activity (Active Energizer)
2. Getting Started
3. Media Literacy
4. Developing Messages
5. Creating Media
6. Recognition & Celebration
7. Parent Participation

What is Required and What is Flexible
It is recommended that these seven phases be done in the identified sequence - you should not skip phases. Within each phase, there is a fair amount of flexibility with the activities and time allotment. Ideally, you will have at least 60 minutes available per session, but you can adapt the activities to your timeframe. It is recommended that your group meet twice a week or more, but the activities can be adapted to fit your program schedule. For consistency, this guide is written with 60-minute sessions in mind.

Recommended Program Timeline:
Getting Started- two or three 60-minute sessions
Media Literacy- two or three 60-minute sessions
Developing Messages- two or three 60-minute sessions
Creating Media and Media Technology- twelve 60-minute sessions
Recognition & Celebration- two or three 60-minute sessions