Kindergarten Health Objectives

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1 Kindergarten Health Objectives The Students should be able to: I. FAMILY and SOCIAL HEALTH A. Describe the three parts of health. B. Identify six ways to show good character. C. Demonstrate skills for making wise decisions D. Identify various feelings E. Describe healthful ways to share feelings. F. Demonstrate communication skills. G. Discuss ways to cope with feelings. H. Recognize and understand differences among people. I. Recognize Stress. J. Demonstrate skills for managing stress. K. Explain how to be a responsible family member. L. Tell ways in which family members care. M. Recognize different kinds of families. N. Identify feelings about family changes. O. Explain how to be a responsible family member. P. Discuss ways to show respect for friends. Q. Tell how to make wise decisions with friends. R. Define conflict. S. Describe ways to avoid or resolve conflicts. T. Demonstrate skills for resolving conflicts. II. GROWTH and DEVELOPMENT A. Describe human growth and development. B. Demonstrate skills for practicing healthful habits. C. Name various body parts. D. Describe the functions of various body parts. E. Name and describe the five senses. III. NUTRITION A. Classify foods using the food Guide Pyramid. B. Discuss recommended numbers of servings. C. Plan healthful food choices using the Food Guide Pyramid D. Discus ways foods are used by the body and mind. E. Discus agricultural origins of foods. F. Recognize influences on food choices. G. Describe how germs get into food. H. Discuss correct food handling procedures and table manners. I. Identify the effects of making healthful food choices. IV. PERSONAL HEALTH and PHYSICAL ACTIVITY A. Explain how to care for teeth and gums. B. Discuss the importance of regular health maintenance. C. Discuss ways to be well-groomed. D. Describe how to care for skin. 1

2 E. Define sleep and rest. F. Explain the importance of regular exercise. G. Discuss types of exercise. H. Discuss how to stay safe before, during, and after exercise. I. Describe sports safety equipment. J. Demonstrate skills for setting health goals. V. INJURY PREVENTION and SAFETY A. Describe fire safety rules. B. Discuss how to prevent injuries at home and in school. C. Discuss meanings of basic signs, symbols, and warning labels. D. Describe telephone safety procedures. E. Discuss how to prevent injuries during play. F. Describe safety procedures around water and animals. G. Discuss how to prevent injuries in and around motor vehicles. H. Describe ways to stay safe in different kinds of weather. I. Describe threats to personal safety. J. Explain how to avoid threatening situations. K. Discuss how to seek help when feeling threatened. L. Describe various emergencies. M. Discuss how to respond to various emergencies. N. Demonstrate refusal skills. VI. ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, and OTHER DRUGS A. Define drug and medicine. B. Discuss purposes and correct uses of medicines. C. Identify ways in which some drugs can be harmful. D. Describe the effects of tobacco use. VII. COMMUNICABLE and CHRONIC DISEASE A. Discuss common health problems of children. B. Identify ways to prevent and treat diseases. C. Describe the role of germs in spreading diseases. D. Identify ways to control the spread of germs. E. Identify ways to prevent common health problems. VIII. CONSUMER and COMMUNITY HEALTH A. Identify influences on health-related choices. B. Demonstrate skills for finding health facts and getting help. C. Identify valid health-promoting products and services. D. Identify school and community health care professionals. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH A. Describe how individual actions can improve the environment. B. Classify types of pollution. C. Identify noise pollution. D. Describe how individual actions can lessen the effects of noise pollution. E. Identify ways to conserve resources and energy. 2

3 Kindergarten Health Content I. FAMILY and SOCIAL HEALTH To understand that feeling comfortable about oneself and other people, being able to meet the demands of life and having the capacity to make sound health choices are basic characteristics which typify healthy emotional attitudes and behavior. A. Individual Characteristics: The student will be able to identify certain qualities and characteristics that make individuals special and unique. 1. Provide examples to show how individuals are unique (e.g. special skills). 2. Name personal qualities and characteristics (e.g. honesty, loyal, kindness). 3. Identify desirable traits and characteristics (e.g. responsible, trustworthy). 4. Realize that personal characteristics and certain qualities make people unique and special. B. Effect of Behavior on Others: The student will recognize ways in which a person's behavior affects the health and well-being of others. 1. List ways of making friends. 2. Give examples of when it is important to share with others. 3. Explain the importance of respecting the rights and differences of others. 4. Explain how one s personal behavior can help or harm others. 5. Tell how one gains satisfaction through family and friends. 6. Develop rules for sharing and taking turns to promote cooperation. C. Feelings: The student will understand that everyone has different but common human feelings. 1. Cite various emotions and the situations that elicit them. 2. Discuss how various feelings can be expressed through one s behavior. 3. Demonstrate acceptable and unacceptable ways to express feelings. 4. Explain how successes or failures affect one s feelings of self-worth. 5. Explain how one s feelings affects one s behavior and vice-versa. D. Making Healthy Choices: The student will realize that a person is capable of making healthy choices. 1. Identify healthy choices vs. unhealthy choices. 2. List activities and habits which promote good health. 3. Begin to demonstrate the ability to identify and define a problem; list alternative solutions, predict consequences and decide on a course of action. E. Friends 1. Identify the purposes of friendship and how to make a friend 2. Describe the good qualities in a friend 3. Understand why friends should be chosen carefully. 4. Identify ways one can be a good friend. F. The Family: To gain knowledge and an understanding of basic family life concepts, including values held by the family, the beginning of a new life, and respect of self and others. 1. The student will comprehend the various factors which contribute to the make-up and significance of families. 3

4 2. Describe the uniqueness and differences found in human families. (e.g. extended families, single parent families, cultural differences etc.) 3. Identify purposes and roles of animal and human families. II. GROWTH and DEVELOPMENT The student will understand the basic structure and function of the human body and realize what it takes to keep it functioning properly. A. Physical and Mental Growth Patterns: The student will understand that each individual has different patterns of physical and mental growth. 1. Identify major body parts. 2. Recognize that each person has a unique pattern and rate of growth. 3. Understand that everyone has unique physical features. B. Senses: The student understands how one's senses gather information and influence how we behave and feel. 1. Identify the basic senses. 2. Explain how we learn through our senses. 3. Identify problems or hazards of the sense organ (e.g. deafness, blindness). 4. Identify ways to promote the health of our senses. C. Care of the Body: The student will understand that each individual has a certain responsibility for his/her personal health care. 1. Understand the importance of developing healthy personal habits of hygiene at home and at school (e.g. brushing teeth, washing hands before eating or after toileting, using a tissue, covering a cough etc.) D. Dental Health: The student will understand that the condition of the teeth and gums affect one's speech, appearance and nutritional status. 1. Understand good dental health practices. 2. Identify the structure and function of the teeth. 3. Describe the value of fluoride treatments, brushing and seeing a dentist regularly. 4. Explain how dental problems may affect one s appearance and social relationships. 5. Formulate a plan for proper care of teeth. III. NUTRITION The student will understand the relationship between proper nutrition and one's health, physical and mental performance. A. Importance of Proper Nutrition: The student will understand that nutrition is important in the everyday functioning of an individual. 1. Identify purposes of food (e.g. energy, growth, strong muscles, strong bones and teeth etc.). 2. Discuss the importance of eating three meals a day. 3. Explain why breakfast is such an important meal. 4

5 B. Role of Nutrition: The student will realize that individuals throughout life require the same basic nutrients, but in varying amounts. 1. Classify foods into the four food groups. 2. Identify appropriate number of daily servings they should eat from each group. 3. Identify major nutrients in each of the four food groups. 4. Identify and choose nutritious snacks. 5. Identify snacks that have little or no nutritional value. C. Nutrition and Wellness: The student will understand that proper nutrition is a significant factor in promoting health and preventing disease. 1. Discuss the connection between eating right, exercising and preventing health problems. 2. Explain why it is important to begin eating a healthy diet at a young age. 3. Explain that eating foods high in sugar may lead to dental cavities. IV. PERSONAL HEALTH and PHYSICAL ACTIVITY The student understands the relationship between fitness and wellness and realizes that proper levels of activity and rest contribute to overall fitness. A. Benefits of Activity: The student understands that appropriate types of activity contribute to the total health of the individual. 1. List the benefits of play and physical activity (e.g. making friends, feeling stronger, etc.). 2. Distinguish between good fitness activities and poor ones. 3. Identify the characteristics of a fit and unfit individual. B. Exercise and Rest: The student understands that a proper balance of exercise and rest contributes to high levels of fitness. 1. Tell how adequate rest and sleep affect performance and appearance. 2. Describe how good fitness affects posture, appearance, self-esteem and performance. C. Posture: The student understands how posture relates to appearance and body mechanics. 1. Identify characteristics of good and bad posture. 2. Demonstrate good posture in a variety of situations. 3. Cite conditions and practices that contribute to poor posture. V. INJURY PREVENTION and SAFETY The student will understand that the potential for accident and harm exists everywhere in the environment. A. Safety Rules: The student understands rules are made to keep one safe at home, school and in our community. 1. Know and follow safety rules for a seatbelt, bike, playground, and pedestrian. 2. Know and follow the safety plan for fire, evacuation, lock down at home and at school. 3. Identify actions that can prevent household accidents. 4. Discus basic first aid and caring for simple injuries. 5

6 VI. ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, and OTHER DRUGS The student will understand that all chemical substances produce some affect on the body and have potential to be abused. A. Effects of drugs: The student will understand that a drug is any substance which, when taken into the body, makes it work differently. 1. Recognize that all drugs have an affect on the way the body works. 2. Explain, that role of medicines. 3. Describe the nature and affects of poisonous substances. 4. Cite ways in which one should show respect for drugs (e.g. proper use, correct amounts etc.). B. Alcohol, Caffeine, Tobacco: The student will realize that alcohol, tobacco, and caffeine are drugs which are commonly used in our society. 1. Explain how and why tobacco is harmful to one's health. 2. Describes the affect of alcohol on the body and mind. 3. Describes the affect of caffeine on the body. VII. COMMMUNICABLE and CHRONIC DISEASE To understand that certain factors contribute to infection, illness and disease, and that many may be prevented or controlled by a variety of measures. A. Factors Causing Illness: The student recognizes factors which contribute to illness, infection, disease, and well being. 1. Distinguish between sickness and health. 2. Realize that some, not all, illnesses are contagious. 3. Name some childhood diseases. 4. Identify some factors which contribute to disease and infection. B. Protecting Self: The student will recognize ways to minimize infection, sickness, disease and improve one s well being. 1. Explain the difference between a communicable and non-communicable illness. 2. Cite ways in which diseases can be transmitted. 3. Realize that skin is a protective barrier. 4. Describe ways to prevent spreading of illness. 5. Suggest some personal habits that may prevent the spread of illness and disease. 6. Describe ways to improve one s well being. VIII. CONSUMER and COMMUNITY HEALTH The student will understand that many factors including, media, technology, family and culture influence health-related choices. A. Influences: 1. Demonstrate skills for finding health facts and getting help. 2. Identify valid health-promoting products and services. 3. Identify school and community health care professionals. IX. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH The student will understand the personal, community and global effects humans have on the environment and how they can be an advocate for better environmental health. 6

7 A. Pollution: 1. List the different types of pollutions. 2. Describe how individual actions can lessen the effects of various pollutions. B. Resources: 1. List the different types of natural resources used by humans. 2. Identify ways to conserve resources and energy. 7

8 The Students should be able to: Grade One Health Objectives I. FAMILY and SOCIAL HEALTH A. Name four ways to stay in good health. B. Name six ways to show good character. C. Name six questions to ask before you make a decision. D. Use decision-making skills. E. Act out how to say no to an unwise decision. F. Name four things to do to say no to an unwise decision. G. Discuss three ways to show feelings. H. Name four things to do when you feel angry. I. Name three things to so when you make a mistake. J. Identify ways that they and others are special. K. Identify signs of stress. L. Discuss ways to manage stress. M. Practice the four steps in setting health goals. N. Discuss how families are alike and different. O. Discus how members of a family are alike and different. P. Name things that can be learned in a family. Q. Describe how members of a family help one another. S. Identify feelings related to changes in the family. T. Identify trusted adults that children can talk to about family changes. U. Discuss ways to show respect for others. V. Tell ways to be a good friend. W. Demonstrate skills in helping others be healthy. X. Explain how to make wise decisions with friends. Y. Identify positive ways to resolve conflicts. Z. Demonstrate ways to resolve conflicts. II. GROWTH and DEVELOPMENT A. Describe how individuals grow and learn in unique ways. B. Identify ways that they and others are special. C. Discus ways people age. D. Identify the stages of human development. E. Identify and practice healthful habits. F. Name and describe the five senses. G. Identify how the senses are used. H. List the parts of the body. I. Discuss how to care for the body parts. J. Explain the function of bone and muscle. K. List ways to care for bones and muscles. L. Discuss the function of the heart and lungs. M. Explain ways to care for the heart and lungs. N. Describe the function of the stomach. O. Identify how to care for the stomach. 8

9 P. Discuss the function of the brain. Q. List ways to care for the brain. R. Use decision making skills. III. NUTRITION A. Name foods that belong to each of the food groups in the food guide pyramid. B. Discuss how foods from the five food groups are needed for growth. C. Explain how to use the food guide Pyramid to choose healthful snacks. D. Explain what makes a healthful diet. E. Identify a food label. F. Explain the importance of healthful meals. G. Discuss ways ads can influence food choices. H. Name ways to keep germs out of food. I. Discus the reasons to wash hands before you prepare or eat foods. J. Demonstrate correct hand-washing technique. K. Discuss ways to show respect for others. L. Use good table manners. M. Explain that people have responsibility for their good health. N. Identify the benefits of a healthful diet. IV. PERSONAL HEALTH and PHYSICAL ACTIVITY A. Explain what happens at a health checkup. B. Discuss what happens at a dental checkup. C. Identify some tools a doctor uses. D. Identify some tools a dentist uses. E. Name ways families promote health and prevent disease. F. Show the correct way to brush and floss. G. Name ways to be well-groomed and show how to sit and stand with correct posture. H. Name ways sleep and rest help the mind and body. I. Identify the recommended amount of sleep. J. Name ways fitness helps the body. K. Explain ways to stay safe before and after exercise. L. Practice safe ways to exercise. M. Name exercises that are part of a fitness test. N. Identify fair and unfair behaviors O. Identify and practice healthful behaviors. V. INJURY PREVENTION and SAFETY A. Identify safety rules that help to prevent injury while at school. B. Identify safety rules when using the internet. C. Identify safety rules for home and school. D. Identify unsafe household products and situations. E. Discuss ways to prevent fire. F. Name common fire hazards at home. G. Demonstrate the ability to practice Stop, Drop, and Roll in case of fire. H. Identify safety rules that help to prevent injury while at play. I. Identify unsafe situations outdoors. 9

10 J. Know ways to keep safe outdoors. K. Discuss ways to minimize the effects of weather on health. L. Identify safety rules that help to prevent injury while riding bicycles or while crossing the streets. M. Identify safety rules that help to prevent injury while traveling by school bus or car. N. Identify appropriate actions to take when lost. O. Discuss appropriate behaviors around strangers. P. Distinguish between a good touch and a bad touch. Q. Discuss first-aid procedures for cuts, nosebleeds, bee stings, and sun burns. R. Identify ways to get help in an emergency. S. Demonstrate refusal skills VI. ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, and OTHER DRUGS A. Distinguish medicines from drugs. B. Identify safe ways to use medicines. C. Identify the harmful effects of alcohol on the mind and body. D. Identify people in the community who can help those who want to stop using tobacco. E. Explain the harmful effects of tobacco use. F. List reasons to stay drug-free. VII. COMMUNICABLE AND CHRONIC DISEASES A. Discuss common health problems of children. B. Identify symptoms of common childhood diseases. C. Name types of germs that cause disease. D. Identify ways germs can spread. E. Name ways families promote health and prevent disease. F. Explain that people have responsibility for their good health. G. Name healthful habits that help prevent cancer. H. Identify common causes of asthma and allergies. I. Name ways to help control asthma and allergy symptoms. VIII. CONSUMER and COMMUNITY HEALTH A. Name valid sources of health information. B. Describe how ads provide information about health products. C. Identify ways to be a safe consumer of health products. D. Analyze the influence of culture, media, technology, and other factors on health. E. Identify school and community health helpers. IX. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH A. Identify types of pollution. B. Describe how pollution affects people s health. C. Identify noise pollution. D. Discuss the harmful effects of noise pollution. E. Identify ways to keep the Earth clean. F. Explain how pollution harms the environment. G. Identify ways to save water and energy. H. Discuss why it s important to save water and energy. 10

11 Grade One Health Content I. FAMILY and SOCIAL HEALTH To understand that feeling comfortable about oneself and other people, being able to meet the demands of life and having the capacity to make sound health choices are basic characteristics which typify healthy emotional attitudes and behavior. A. Human Family: The student will understand that all persons are part of the human family. 1. List ways people are like one another. 2. Describe the roles in a family and the responsibilities of members to each other. 3. Identify how families differ. 4. Describe things that parents and guardians do to promote the well being of an individual and family unit 5. Realize that a family is a group of people who care about each other (e.g. Rocky Hill School is a school family.) B. Effects of Behavior on Others: The student will recognize ways in which a person's behavior affects the health and well-being of others. 1. List ways of making friends. 2. Give examples of when it is important to share with others. 3. Explain the importance of respecting the rights and differences of others. 4. Explain how one's personal behavior can help or harm others. 5. Tell how one gains satisfaction through family and friends. 6. Develops rules for sharing and taking turns to promote cooperation. C. Feelings: The student will understand that everyone has different but common human feelings. 1. Cite various emotions and the situations which elicit them. 2. Discuss how various feelings can be expressed through one's behavior. 3. Demonstrate acceptable and unacceptable ways to express feelings. 4. Explain how successes or failures affect one's feelings of self-worth. 5. Explain how one's feelings affects one's behavior and vice-versa. D. Making Healthy Choices: The student will realize that a person is capable of making healthy choices. 1. Identify factors which can influence one's health choices. 2. Identify stressful situations in their lives and suggests healthy ways to deal with them. 3. List activities and habits which promote good health. 4. Demonstrate the ability to identify and define a problem, list alternative solutions, predict consequences and decide on a course of action. E. Friends: 1. Identify the purpose of friendship. 2. Describe the good qualities in a friend, why friends should be chosen carefully and that friendship is a process of getting to know another person. 3. Identify ways one can be a good friend. 11

12 II. GROWTH and DEVELOPMENT The student will understand the basic structure and function of the human body and realize what it takes to keep it functioning properly. A. Physical and Mental Growth Patterns: The student will understand that each individual has different patterns of physical and mental growth. 1. Identify major body parts. 2. Explain the role of each of the major body parts. 3. Explain how individuals grow and what is responsible for growth. 4. Recognize that each person has a unique pattern and rate of growth. 5. Realize that some people suffer from physical and mental handicaps. 6. Accepts the uniqueness of his/her body. B. Care of the Body: The student will understand that each individual has a certain responsibility for his/her personal health care. 1. Understand the importance of developing healthy personal habits of hygiene at home and at school III. NUTRITION The student will understand the relationships between proper nutrition and one s health, physical and mental performance. A. Importance of Proper Nutrition: The student will understand that nutrition is important in everyday functioning of the individual. 1. Indentify purposes of food (e.g. energy, growth, strong muscles, strong bones and teeth etc.). 2. Discuss the importance of eating three meals a day. 3. Explain why breakfast is such an important meal. B. Role of Nutrition: The student will realize that individuals throughout life require the same basic nutrients, but in varying amounts. 1. Classify foods into the four food groups. 2. Identify appropriate number of daily servings which they should eat from each group. 3. Identify major nutrients in each of the four food groups. 4. Identify and choose nutritious snacks. 5. Identify snacks that have little or no nutritional value. C. Nutrition and Wellness: The student will understand that proper nutrition is a significant factor in promoting health and preventing disease. 1. Discuss the connection between eating right, exercising and preventing health problems. 2. Explain why it is important to begin eating a healthy diet at a young age. 3. Explain that eating foods high in sugar may lead to dental cavities. IV. PERSONAL HEALTH and PHYSICAL ACTIVITY The student understands the relationship between fitness and wellness and realizes that proper levels of activity and rest contribute to overall fitness. A. Benefits of Activity: The student understands that appropriate types of activity contribute to the total health of the individual. 12

13 1. List the benefits of play and physical activity (e.g. making friends, feeling stronger, etc.) 2. Distinguish between good fitness activities and poor ones. 3. Identify the characteristics of a fit and unfit individual. B. Exercise and Rest: The student understands that a proper balance of exercise and rest contributes to high levels of fitness. 1. Tell how adequate rest and sleep affect performance and appearance. 2. describe how good fitness affects posture, appearance, self-esteem and performance. C. Posture: The student understands how posture relates to appearance and body mechanics. 1. Identify characteristics of good and bad posture. 2. Demonstrate good posture in a variety of situations. 3. Cite conditions and practices that contribute to poor posture. V. INJURY PREVENTION and SAFETY The student will understand that the potential for accident and harm exists everywhere in the environment. A. Safety Rules: The student understands rules are made to keep one safe at home, school and in our community. 1. Know and follow safety rules for a seatbelt, bike, playground, sports equipment, and pedestrian. 2. Know and follow the safety plan for weather, poisons, electricity, fire, evacuation, lock down at home and school settings. 3. Identify actions that can prevent household accidents. 4. Discus basic first aid and caring for simple injuries. VI. ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, and OTHER DRUGS The student will understand that all chemical substances produce some affect on the body and have potential to be abused. A. Effects of Drugs: The student will understand that a drug is any substance which, when taken into the body, makes it work differently. 1. Recognize that all drugs have an affect on the way the body works. 2. Explain the role of medicines. 3. Describe the nature and affects of poisonous substances. 4. Cite ways in which one should show respect for drugs (e.g. proper use, correct amounts etc.) B. Alcohol, Caffeine, Tobacco: The student will realize that alcohol, tobacco, and caffeine are drugs which are commonly used in our society. 1. Explain how and why tobacco is harmful to one s health. 2. Describe the affect of alcohol on the body and mind. 3. Describe the affect of caffeine on the body. 4. Discuss ways one can say no to drugs. 13

14 VII. COMMUNICABLE and CHRONIC DISEASE To understand that certain factors contribute to infection, illness and disease, and that many may be prevented or controlled by a variety of measures. A. Factors Causing Illness: the student recognizes factors which contribute to illness, infection, disease, and well-being. 1. Distinguish between sickness and health. 2. Realize that some, not, illnesses are contagious. 3. Name some childhood diseases. 4. Identify some factors which contribute to disease and infection. B. Protecting Self: The student will recognize ways to minimize infection, sickness, disease and improve one s well being. 1. Explain the difference between a communicable and non-communicable illness. 2. Cite ways in which diseases can be transmitted. 3. Realize that skin is a protective barrier. 4. Describe ways to prevent spreading of illness. 5. Suggest some personal habits that may prevent the spread of illness and disease. 6. Describe ways to improve one s well being. VIII. CONSUMER and COMMUNITY HEALTH The student will understand that many factors including, media, technology, family and culture influence health-related choices. A. Influences: 1. Demonstrate skills for finding health facts and getting help. 2. Identify valid health-promoting products and services. 3. Identify school and community health care professionals. IX. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH The student will understand the personal, community and global effects humans have on the environment and how they can be an advocate for better environmental health. A. Pollution: 1. List the different types of pollutions. 2. Describe how individual actions can lessen the effects of various pollutions. 3. Discuss the harmful affects of pollution on one s health. B. Resources: 1. List the different types of natural resources used by humans. 2. Identify ways to conserve resources and energy. 3. Discuss why it is important to save water and energy. 14

15 The Students should be able to: Grade Two Health Objectives I. FAMILY and SOCIAL HEALTH A. Tell ways you can have good health B. Identify ways you can have good character. C. Give examples of the six actions that show good character. D. Discuss what to do if you make a mistake. E. Tell six questions to ask before making a decision. F. Learn the steps for making wise decisions. G. Apply the steps for making wise decisions. H. Tell how to say no to wrong decisions. I. Identify healthful ways to share feelings. J. Describe the four steps for using communication skills. K. Discuss ways to have a good self-concept. L. Tell what stress can do to your body. M. Make a plan to manage stress. N. Identify ways families are alike and different. O. Identify ways that families work together and spend time together. P. Discuss the function and importance of family. Q. Identify various ways a family can change. R. Discuss various ways to show respect. S. Discuss ways to be a good friend. T. Explain what to do if conflict arises. U. Learn the steps for resolving conflicts. V. Apply the steps for resolving conflicts. W. Identify the feelings of self and others, list unique personal qualities. X. Understand the role of friendships in development and relationships with family. II. GROWTH and DEVELOPMENT A. Identify stages of growth and development in childhood. B. Recognize differences among people. C. Identify stages of growth from adolescence to old age. D. Identify habits that contribute to a healthful lifestyle. E. Identify the major body systems. F. Tell the function of each body system. G. Discuss ways to care for the stomach. H. Tell ways to make bones and muscles grow and become strong. I. Tell ways to care for the heart and lungs. J. Tell easy to care for the brain. K. Learn the steps for setting health goals. III. NUTRITION A. Identify food groups. B. Classify foods using the Food Guide Pyramid. C. Tell how to use the Food Guide Pyramid to plan healthy meals and snacks. D. Identify and explain the function of food labels. E. Discuss the importance of choosing healthful foods. 15

16 G. Discuss the importance of serving sizes. H. Learn how to recognize serving sizes. I. Discuss ways ads can influence food choices. J. Identify ways to avoid food-borne illness. K. Discuss various ways to show respect. L. Understand the role of nutrition in growth and development. IV. PERSONAL HEALTH and PHYSICAL ACTIVITY A. Tell what to expect at a medical examination. B. Tell ways to protect your vision. C. Tell ways to protect your hearing. D. Tell ways to care for your teeth. E. Identify personal care practices that lead to goo health. F. Tell why you need rest and sleep. G. Discuss the benefits of fitness. H. Tell ways to build heart fitness. I. Learn ways to stay safe before, during, and after exercise. J. Tell ways to be a good sport. V. INJURY PREVENTION and SAFETY A. Tell rules to keep yourself and others safe. B. Tell ways to avoid injuries at home. C. Discuss ways to stay safe from harmful household products. D. Identify rules for gun safety. E. Tell ways to stay safe in a fire. F. Tell ways to prevent fires. G. Discuss what to do if there is a fire in a building. H. Tell what to do it your clothes catch fire. I. Identify emergency situations and give basic first aid. J. Recognize dangerous situations and prevent personal injury. K. Discuss safe places to play. L. Tell how to prevent injuries during play. M. Tell rules for playing safely in and around the water. N. Identify bicycle safety rules. O. Tell how to cross the street safely. P. Know hand signals for bicycle safety. Q. Tell ways to stay safe from strangers. R. Discuss what to do if lost. S. Learn the steps for finding health facts and getting help. VI. ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, and OTHER DRUGS A. Define drug and medicine. B. Identify safety rules for taking medicine. C. Tell what medicine does. D. Identify safety rules for taking medicine. E. Identify warning labels on medicine. F. Explain what to do if you have side effects. G. Identify ways to store medicine safely. H. Identify the ways alcohol harms the mind and body. 16

17 I. Identify the harmful effects of tobacco use. J. Identify reasons to be drug free. K. Learn the steps for refusal skills. VII. COMMUNICABLE and CHRONIC DISEASE A. Discuss symptoms of some common infectious diseases. B. Identify ways to prevent the spread of germs. C. Tell ways to get well if you have an illness caused by germs. D. Practice ways to keep germs from spreading. E. Describe habits that prevent heart disease. H. Identify cancer as a noncommunicable disease. I. Tell some was to prevent cancer. J. Identify some causes of allergies. K. Identify ways to manage allergies. L. Identify some asthma triggers. M. Identify ways to treat asthma. N. Tell how diabetes may be prevented and treated. VIII. CONSUMER and COMMUNITY HEALTH A. Identify appropriate ways to access health information. B. Discuss a variety of health products and how to choose them. C. Tell questions to ask when looking at ads. D. Identify healthful and unhealthful messages in media and advertising. E. Analyze the influence of culture, media, technology, and other factors on health. F. Identify the roles of various community health workers. IX. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH A. Discuss ways to keep the environment healthful. B. Tell ways to prevent land pollution. C. Tell ways to prevent water pollution. D. Tell ways to prevent air pollution. E. Discuss ways to protect the environment such as reducing, reusing, and recycling. F. Tell ways to reuse items to help save energy and resources. G. Tell why resources are important. H. Tell ways to save water and other resources. I. Tell ways to save energy at home and at school. J. Discuss reasons to reduce noise pollution. 17

18 Grade Two Health Content I. FAMILY and SOCIAL HEALTH To understand that feeling comfortable about oneself and other people, being able to meet the demands of life and having the capacity to make sound health choices are basic characteristics which typify healthy emotional attitudes and behavior. A. Effects of Behavior on Others: The student will recognize ways in which a person s behavior affects the health and well-being of others. 1. List ways of making friends. 2. Give examples of when it is important to share with others. 3. Explain the importance of respecting the rights and differences of others. 4. Explain how one's personal behavior can help or harm others. 5. Tell how one gains satisfaction through family and friends 6. Develops rules for sharing and taking turns to promote cooperation. B. Feelings: The student will understand that everyone has different but common human feelings. 1. Cite various emotions and the situations which elicit them. 2. Discuss how various feelings can be expressed through one's behavior. 3. Demonstrate acceptable and unacceptable ways to express feelings. 4. Explain how successes or failures affect one's feelings of self-worth. 5. Explain how one's feelings affect one's behavior and vice-versa. C. Making Healthy Choices: The student will realize that a person is capable of making healthy choices. 1. Identify factors which can influence one's health choices. 2. Identify stressful situations in their lives and suggests healthy ways to deal with them. 3. List activities and habits which promote good health. 4. Demonstrate the ability to identify and define a problem, list alternative solutions, predict consequences and decide on a course of action. II. GROWTH and DEVELOPMENT The student will understand the basic structure and function of the human body and realize what it takes to keep it functioning properly. A. Physical and Mental Growth Patterns: The student will understand that each individual has different patterns of physical and mental growth. 1. Identify and explain the role of the major parts of the body. 2. Explain how individuals grow and what is responsible for growth. 3. Recognize that each person has a unique pattern and rate of growth. 4. Accepts the uniqueness of his/her body. B. Dental Health: The student will understand that the condition of the teeth and gums affects one s speech, appearance, and nutritional status. 1. Understand good dental health practices. 2. Identify the structure and function of the teeth. 3. Describe the value of fluoride treatments, flossing, brushing and seeing a dentist regularly. 18

19 4. Explain how dental problems may affect one s appearance and social relationships. 5. Formulate a plan for proper care of the teeth. C. Care of the Body: The student will understand that each individual has a certain responsibility for his/her personal care. 1. Understand the importance of developing healthy personal habits of hygiene at home and at school (e.g. brushing teeth, washing hands before eating and after toileting, using a tissue, covering a cough etc.). III. NUTRITION The student will understand the relationship between proper nutrition and one s health, physical and mental performance. A. Importance of Proper Nutrition: The student will understand that nutrition is important in everyday functioning of an individual. 1. Identify purposes of food (e.g. energy, growth, strong muscles, strong bones, and teeth etc.). 2. Discuss the importance of eating three meals a day. 3. Explain why breakfast is such an important meal. B. Role of Nutrients: The students will realize that individuals throughout life require the same basic nutrients, but in varying amounts. 1. Classify foods into four food groups. 2. Identify appropriate number of daily servings they should eat from each group. 3. Identify major nutrients in each of the four food groups. 4. Identify and choose nutritious snacks. 5. Identify snacks that have little or no nutritional value. C. Nutrition and Wellness: The student will understand that proper nutrition is a significant factor in promoting health and preventing disease. 1. Discuss the connection between eating right, exercising, and preventing health problem. 2. Explain why it is important to begin eating a healthy diet at a young age. 3. Explain that eating foods high in sugar many lead to dental cavities. IV. PERSONAL HEALTH and PHYSICAL ACTIVITY The student understands the relationship between fitness and wellness and realizes that proper levels of activity and rest contribute to overall fitness. A. Benefits of Activity: The student understands that appropriate types of activity contribute to the total health of the individual. 1. List the benefits of play and physical activity (e.g. making friends, feeling stronger, etc.) 2. Distinguish between good fitness activities and poor ones. 3. Identify the characteristics of a fit and unfit individual. B. Exercise and Rest: The student understands that a proper balance of exercise and rest contributes to high levels of fitness. 1. Tell how adequate rest and sleep affect performance and appearance. 19

20 2. Describe how good fitness affects posture, appearance, self-esteem and performance. C. Posture: The student understands how posture relates to appearance and body mechanics. 1. Identify characteristics of good and bad posture. 2. Demonstrate good posture in a variety of situations. 3. Cite conditions and practices that contribute to poor posture. V. INJURY PREVENTION and SAFETY The student will understand that the potential for accident and harm exists everywhere in the environment. A. Safety Rules: The student understands rules are made to keep one safe at home, school and in our community. 1. Know and follow safety rules for a seatbelt, bike, playground, sports equipment, and pedestrian. 2. Know and follow the safety plan for weather, poisons, electricity, fire, evacuation, lock down at home and school settings. 3. Identify actions that can prevent household accidents. 4. Discus basic first aid and caring for simple injuries. VI. ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, and OTHER DRUGS The student will understand that all chemical substances produce some affect on the body and have potential to be abused. A. Effects of Drugs: The student will understand that a drug is any substance which, when taken into the body, makes it work differently. 1. Recognize that all drugs have an affect on the way the body works. 2. Describe the nature and affects of poisonous substances. 3. Explain the role of medicines. 4. Cite ways in which one should show respect for drugs (e.g. proper use, correct amounts etc.) B. Alcohol, Caffeine, Tobacco: The student will realize that alcohol, tobacco, and caffeine are drugs which are commonly used in our society. 1. Explain how and why tobacco is harmful to one s health. 2. Describe the affect of alcohol on the body and mind. 3. Describe the affect of caffeine on the body. 4. Discuss ways one can say no to drugs. VII. COMMUNICABLE and CHRONIC DISEASE To understand that certain factors contribute to infection, illness and disease, and that many may be prevented or controlled by a variety of measures. A. Factors Causing Illness: the student recognizes factors which contribute to illness, infection, disease, and well-being. 20

21 1. Distinguish between sickness and health. 2. Realize that some, not, illnesses are contagious. 3. Name some childhood diseases. 4. Identify some factors which contribute to disease and infection. B. Protecting Self: The student will recognize ways to minimize infection, sickness, disease and improve one s well being. 1. Explain the difference between a communicable and non-communicable illness. 2. Cite ways in which diseases can be transmitted. 3. Realize that skin is a protective barrier. 4. Describe ways to prevent spreading of illness. 5. Suggest some personal habits that may prevent the spread of illness and disease. 6. Describe ways to improve one s well being. VIII. CONSUMER and COMMUNITY HEALTH The student will understand that many factors including, media, technology, family and culture influence health-related choices. A. Influences: 1. Demonstrate skills for finding health facts and getting help. 2. Identify valid health-promoting products and services. 3. Identify healthful and unhealthful messages in media and advertising. 4. Analyze the influence of culture, media, technology, and other factors on health. 5. Identify school and community health care professionals. 6. Identify the roles of various community health workers. IX. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH The student will understand the personal, community and global effects humans have on the environment and how they can be an advocate for better environmental health. A. Pollution: 1. List the different types of pollutions. 2. Describe how individual actions can lessen the effects of various pollutions. 3. Discuss the harmful affects of pollution on one s health. 4. Discuss ways to protect the environment such as reducing, reusing, and recycling. B. Resources: 1. List the different types of natural resources used by humans. 2. Identify ways to conserve resources and energy. 3. Tell ways to reuse items to help save energy and resources. 4. Discuss why it is important to save water and energy. 21

22 The Students should be able to: Grade Three Health Objectives I. FAMILY and SOCIAL HEALTH A. Describe the three parts of health. B. Explain how choosing healthful behaviors protects your health. C. Explain how practicing life skills can help you take responsibility for your health. D. Identify how choosing risk behaviors can harm your health. E. List questions to ask before making a decision. F. Discuss ways to communicate with responsible adults about health decisions. G. Describe when to use resistance skills. H. Identify the six parts of good character. I. Explain why your friends and heroes should have good character. J. Describe actions that help you have a healthy self-concept. K. Describe how to show respect, including what to do if you do something wrong. L. Describe how to share emotions in healthful ways. M. Explain how to use I-messages to communicate emotions in healthful ways. N. Describe ways to keep your mind healthy. O. Explain what a stressor is and body changes caused by stress. P. Discuss the difference between healthful and harmful stress. Q. Describe ways to manage stress. R. List ways to stay in a healthful mood. S. Describe ways to make a healthful relationship. T. Describe how peer pressure works. U. Explain why you need friends. V. List ways to make new friends. W. Explain how friends can help each other make responsible decisions. X. Explain what it means to be a family. Y. List ways to be a responsible family member. Z. Describe how to adjust to family changes in healthful ways. AA. List and apply the four ways to resolving conflicts. BB. List ways to get along better with others. CC. Explain how friends can help each other take responsibility for health. II. GROWTH and DEVELOPMENT A. Explain the way your muscles work. B. Describe what your bones do. C. Identify ways to care for muscles and bones. D. Describe the circulatory system. E. Describe the respiratory system. F. Describe how to care for your heart and lungs. G. Discuss how your digestive system works. H. Describe how to care for the digestive system. I. List the five senses. J. Discuss what the nervous system does. K. Describe how to care for the nervous system. 22

23 L. List signs that show that you are growing. N. List habits to practice to care for your body systems throughout the life span. O. Describe the stages of the life cycle. P. Explain what makes you special. Q. Identify different ways in which people learn. III. NUTRITON A. Identify the nutrients your body needs. B. Identify what foods are in food groups. C. Explain how to use the Food Guide Pyramid to make healthful choices. D. List the Dietary Guidelines. E. Explain how to follow the Dietary Guidelines. F. Describe what facts are found on food labels. G. Identify influences on your food choices. H. Explain how to use the Dietary Guidelines to choose healthful snacks. I. Explain how to plan a menu for a healthful meal. J. Explain how food can be kept safe. K. List safety rules for preparing foods. L. Identify the health benefits of good table manners. M. Describe the four steps in analyzing what influences your health. IV. PERSONAL HEALTH and PHYSICAL ACTIVITY A. Explain why you need medical checkups. B. Describe how to keep your eyes healthy. C. Describe how to keep your ears healthy. D. Explain how to protect your hearing. E. Explain what a personal health record is. F. Explain why you need to keep your teeth healthy. G. Describe how to floss and brush your teeth. H. Explain why grooming skin, hair, and nails are important. I. Explain why being physically active is important. J. Describe how you can work on five kinds of fitness. K. Describe a physical fitness plan. L. Describe how to improve fitness skills. M. Identify ways to be a good sport. N. Discuss ways to prevent injuries during physical activity. O. List safety equipment needed for different sports. P. Explain why getting enough rest is important to good health. V. INJURY PREVENTION and SAFETY A. List safety rules to prevent falls. B. List safety rules to follow in case of fire. C. List ways to prevent poisoning. D. Explain what computer safety means. E. Discuss how to keep safe outdoors. F. List safety rules when walking, biking, skating, and riding a scooter. G. Describe how to keep safe around water. H. List ways to keep safe around cars and buses. I. Explain how to stay safe in bad weather. 23

24 J. List safety rules for times when you are home with someone besides your parents or guardian. K. List ways to stay safe from strangers. L. Define an unsafe touch. M. Explain safety rules to prevent injury from guns and knives. N. Describe what to do if you find a gun. O. Explain when and how to call for help in an emergency. P. Explain how to help an injured person. Q. Describe what safety rules to follow in case of a disaster. R. Describe precautions to take when giving first aid. S. Describe first aid for cuts, scrapes, nosebleed, bruises, burns, insect stings, animal bites, reactions to poisonous plants, and choking. T. List items that should be part of a first aid kit. VI. ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, and OTHER DRUGS A. List ways medicines can help health. B. Explain how prescription and OTC drugs differ. C. List safety rules to follow when using medicines. D. Explain how to get help for drug abuse. E. List ways to say no to drinking alcohol. F. List ways to say no to tobacco use. G. Tell how to say no to illegal drugs and the benefits of a drug-free lifestyle. H. List ways that alcohol affects physical health. I. Describe how alcohol affects the way a person thinks, feels, and acts. J. Describe how smoking and smokeless tobacco harm health. K. Explain ways ads try to get people to use tobacco. L. List ways secondhand tobacco smoke harms health. M. Tell ways caffeine can harm health. N. List the harmful effects of illegal drugs- marijuana, cocaine, crack, and ecstasy. O. List the dangers of chemical inhalants. P. Describe the four steps in using resistance skills. VII. COMMUNICABLE and CHRONIC DISEASE A. Tell what causes disease. B. Describe ways to prevent the spread of disease. C. Identify ways the body keeps germs out. D. Explain how the immune system fights disease. E. Explain how to treat flu, cold, and strep throat. F. Discuss ways to reduce the risk of heart disease. G. Discuss ways to reduce the risk of cancer. H. Discuss ways to reduce the risk of diabetes. I. Define noncommunicable diseases. J. Demonstrate ways to show care, concern, and respect for people with special needs. K. Explain what causes an asthma attack. L. List things you can be allergic to. M. Discuss ways to lessen allergens. N. Describe the four steps for practicing healthful behaviors. 24