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- 6th - 8th
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Students examine nutritionally related diseases and illnesses, evaluating studies and developing topics for a science fair project. They investigate bacteria, researching how it can be harmful or helpful, and create illustrated displays. Full Review »
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- 6th
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Students write a 1.5 page paper explaining how to make their favorite nutritional snack. They need to assume that the audience has never seen or heard of the snack before. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students compare and contrast living standards of the Great Depression era with those of today. They discuss the nutrition and health of the assisted during the Great Depression. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students watch and discuss a video dealing with the topic of depression and suicide. They answer discussion questions, identify sources of stress, conduct research on exercise and diet, interview a psychiatrist, and take a self-test on depression. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students view a PBS "In the Mix" video about the use of steroids. They identify health risks, consider the emotional consequences of drug abuse and discuss the legal ramifications. They also research a variety of nutritional supplements. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students in a high school remedial English class read "Of Mice and Men". In groups, they develop their own definition of intelligence and discover how it is used in language. They use the internet to research the body and mind connection and discover how nutrition and drugs affect the brain. To end the lesson, they expand on the definition of intelligence to include more than good grades. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Student study possible effects the mother's nutritional habits will have on her baby. They see how important it is to eat right and examine a regular diet for a pregnant woman or one for a woman with diabetes or other physical problems. Full Review »
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- 7th - 9th
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Students examine the characteristics of being a senior citizen in today's society. In groups, they develop a list of stereotypes associated with senior citizens. They use the internet to research their financial situtation, proper nutrition, housing and self-image concerns. To end the lesson, they compare and contrast their lives to a senior citizen. Full Review »
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- 7th - 8th
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Students discuss chronic and acute diseases. They predict chronic and acute diseases that could result from a poor diet. Students analyze the nutrient content and nutritional balance of a sample food intake log. They recommend personal dietary adjustments to decrease the risk of chronic and acute diseases. Full Review »
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- 6th - 8th
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Students identify specific physical and emotional characteristics within themselves and others. They keep a daily health journal to record information such as diet, exercise and emotions. Full Review »
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