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Students discover through research on the internet the importance of daily water intake, the origin of the rule eight glasses of water a day, the validity in the rule, and the effect water has on their health.
Kids fight obesity by comparing the USDA food intake suggestions to what they personally consume throughout the day. They watch a video, read texts, and explore related vocabulary which they use as they compose an oral presentation. Hand outs and video links are included.
Learners construct a model of the hydrologic cycle, and observe that water is an element of a cycle in the natural environment. They explain how the hydrologic cycle works and why it is important, and compare the hydrologic cycle to other cycles found in nature. This is one of the most thoroughly thought-through, one-period lesson plans I've ever come across!
Young scholars examine water, its function and how much you should consume. In this water lesson students study water and why it is important, how much you should drink and what its functions are in your body.
Students explain the important role of water in the body. In this adult health lesson, students examine foods with high water content. They share ways to get the recommended amount of water per day.
Students develop an understanding of the role water has in the body and the importance of getting enough water each day. Through the lesson, students recognize the risks and signs of dehydration. Also, they identify foods with high water content and practical ways to add water to their daily routines.
Young scholars explore the characteristics of water. In this water exploration lesson, students participate in various learning centers to inquire how water drains and how to increase the flow of water. Young scholars use estimation and measurement in each of these stations.
Students evaluate healthy food intake. In this food intake lesson, students examine healthy food recommendations for each food group. Students analyze food labels and determine appropriate serving size information. After constructing a sample plate of food, students write a paragraph as an assessment.
In this nutrition worksheet, students investigate water as the most important of all nutrients. They list the major functions of water in the body, diuretics, food sources for water and figure out the amount of water needed each day.
Focusing on the quality of our water sources, these slides are full of information about the aspects of our soil and groundwater that may affect pollution. The leaching of pollutants and their impact on health is explained. Clear-to-understand and relevant slides will help you cover all of the necessary content.