摘要:AbstractThe process of adapting to new technologies and urbanization causes changes in children's lives, increasing morbidities. The study objective was to promote healthy living for children from a Unit of Primary Health in Fortaleza, Brazil. This is an action research. Thirteen medical students participated in the implementation of health education workshops. The meetings were held fortnightly, with theme: Healthy Eating, Childhood Obesity, Habits of Health, Oral Health, Physical exercises, prevention of drug abuse, Violence and Accident Prevention in traffic. It was observed changes in children's behavior and lifestyle.