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Let’s Talk About Drugs
Dr. Algae talks about the differences between good (legal) drugs and bad (illegal) drugs. He then explains the adverse effects bad drugs can have on the body and encourages your student to make a pledge not to use illegal drugs.
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Dancing for Fitness
Dr. Algae explains that dance can be a rigorous form of aerobic exercise and fun, too. He describes the many benefits of exercising through dance.
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Nutritional Value of Foods
Dr. Algae talks about the importance of reading food labels carefully. He reviews a sample food label and explains each segment. He then explains how important it is to get in the habit of reading food labels carefully before purchasing...
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Eating Healthy Away From Home
Dr. Algae provides your student with some simple strategies to make healthy choices when eating at fast food, and other types of restaurants.
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Adventures in Advertising
Dr. Algae talks about the way advertising affects our buying choices, especially foods and beverages. Dr. Algae provides some examples to illustrate how some advertising promotions use special techniques to make products look attractive.
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Snacks
Dr. Algae talks about making appropriate choices when snacking. He explains that snacks below 100 calories are the healthiest options. He then provides examples of nutritious snacks.
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A Dinner Discussion
Dr. Algae talks about the importance of eating a healthy dinner. He provides examples of healthy dinners, and encourages your student to eat a nutritious dinner each day.
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Table Manners
Dr. Algae talks about the importance of practicing good table manners and lists table manners your student should practice.
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Let’s Talk About Lunch
Dr. Algae addresses the issue of eating a healthy lunch every day. He provides examples of healthy lunches, and encourages your student to eat a nutritious lunch each day.
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Healthy Breakfast
Dr. Algae talks about the importance of eating a healthy breakfast every morning. He provides examples of healthy breakfasts, and encourages your student to exercise, get plenty of sleep, and to eat a nutritious breakfast each morning.
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Let’s Go to the Gym
Dr. Algae talks about the benefits of joining a gym and describes some of the exercise classes that many gyms offer.
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How Much Should I Eat
Dr. Algae talks about the correct proportions of food groups your student should be eating at each meal. He gives an overview of the calorie requirements for a growing body, and how to ensure that your student is getting the proper...
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Caring For Your Changing Skin
Dr. Algae explains that during puberty excess oils collect on your skin. He then offers several methods for taking care of your skin and tips to help to reduce acne and blemishes.
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The Merits of Milk
Dr. Algae talks about the importance of choosing healthy foods to eat. He revisits The Fabulous Five Food Groups and focuses this lesson on the milk group.
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The Mile Run
Dr. Algae and your student focus on exercise number 4 of The President’s Fitness Challenge, the endurance walk/run. He then provides information to get the student prepared for the mile run.
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Caring For Your Changing Body
Dr. Algae talks about the importance of thoroughly cleaning your body on a regular basis now that your body is going through puberty.
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Flavorful Fruits
Dr. Algae talks about the importance of choosing healthy foods to eat. He revisits The Fabulous Five Food Groups and focuses this lesson on fruits.
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Your Changing Body
Dr. Algae talks about the way our bodies change as we progress through life. He then discusses puberty and how it affects your body.
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Let’s Curl Up For Fitness
Dr. Algae talks about The President’s Fitness Challenge and then introduces your student to an exercise called “curl-ups”.
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What Shall I Drink
Dr. Algae talks about the importance of choosing a healthy beverage to drink, especially after a workout. He gives examples and discusses the pros and cons of each beverage.
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On the Move
Dr. Algae explains the health benefits of activity. He then compares an active kid with an inactive kid and describes the differences between them.
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A Healthy Schedule
Dr. Algae talks about the importance of staying on a daily schedule to remain healthy. He creates a daily schedule for eating, sleeping, and healthy activities, and encourages your student to do the same.
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Stay Active
Dr. Algae talks about the importance of staying active and provides some examples that your student can use to remain active throughout the day.