In this basic skills worksheet, students write their phone number on the provided line. Students then practice dialing their phone number using the numbers. Students color all the numbers in their phone number.

Examine the three basic nutrients and their effects on the body. Fifth graders will research data to construct a bar graph and then  demonstrate the relationship between malnutrition and food security. This is a very comprehensive...

Get things cooking with the first lesson in this series on the science of food. Working in small groups, young scientists make and record observations about different mystery foods. These descriptions are then shared with the class and...

Students study how carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals and water provide basic nutrients for body growth and function. They describe quality sources of the basic nutrients and the importance of water.

Third graders identify healthy foods in each group of the food pyramid. For this nutrition lesson, 3rd graders take notes on the food pyramid by visiting the website, www.mypyramid.gov. Students design a healthy menu for an imaginary...

Students acquaint with co-participants and identify the practice basic compass functions and orienteering procedures. They also work together to solve a small challenge. Students then identify how the challenge of orienteering relates...

Students review Red Cross swimming skills and practice safe use of a spinal board for a potential spinal injury in the water; students use head-chin support and head-splint techniques for in-line stabilization with a partner.

Middle schoolers explore human anatomy by completing a list of activities over five days. In this brain science lessons, students examine images of brains and identify the different parts. Middle schoolers complete an in-class quiz...

In this electrical learning exercise, students answer a series of 17 questions about electrical shock and electrical safety. This learning exercise is printable and the answers are available on-line.

Seventh graders become familiar with the basics of Badminton.  In this Badminton instructional activity, 7th graders correctly hold the racket and increase skill in hitting the birdie.  Students become familiar with the rules...

Students analyze/recognize/identify basic body parts in connection to communicating productively on health and nutrition in the event that a need arises requesting medical attention.

Young scholars practice safe use of a spinal board for a potential spinal injury in the water. They use head-chin support and head-splint techniques for in-line stabilization with a partner.

Fourth graders listen to the definition of muscle strength and observe the teacher demonstrate how to do an abdominal crunch. They then do abdominal crunches for 20 seconds. They gather information about flexibility and strength and...

Students play a matching game to practice pairing foods with their food groups. In this health and nutrition lesson, the class discusses food choices, then students play an on-line memory game.

Show your class that being active is more fun than being a couch potato! A fun tag game teachers learners about making healthy eating choices. Over 125,000 teachers have reviewed this activity, and many have written comments about how...

Mastering the creaming method in cake making is featured in a foods activity that asks class members to prepare a Dutch apple cake or a marble pear tray bake. A delicious way to celebrate.

Students examine the steps and safety procedures in the cheese making process. They make and taste a variety of cheeses comparing their properties.

Students explore the human brain and nervous system. In this brain awareness instructional activity, students examine specific terms with regards to the human brain. Students discover the brain's structure and function and how it...

Students work in collaborative groups researching topics such as nutrition, the benefits of exercise on the body, dental and personal hygiene. They conduct interviews, create charts and posters, and report their results with a written...

Learners examine human blood flow by comparing the pulse of athletes.  In this human body instructional activity, students discover the equation for finding the cardiac output from a human heart.  Learners identify heart rates...

Learners conduct a critical investigation of the West Nile Virus. They assess the relationship between the sources of information and their credibility. Students use their findings to create a public health campaign about the virus.

Learners participate in a series of aerobic exercises in water to help improve fitness.

Students conduct experiments with fruit falling from playground equipment to explain the effects of falling off playground equipment.

Students explore the meaning and purpose of the "Montana Good Samaritan Law." They learn procedures for providing first aid for common emergencies.