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I can do What I Want

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students recognize gender bias and stereotyping. In this self-esteem lesson, students listen to Amazing Grace by Mary Hoffman and discuss how girls can be successful and provide positive role models for others.
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Self Esteem: The IALAC Story

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Learners explore the concept of self-esteem and listen to a story.  In this IALAC (I am lovable and capable) story lesson, students examine the impact that certain life events have on a person's developing self-esteem. Learners respond...
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From Moo to You

For Teachers K
Students listen to a story about cows and identify foods made from milk. They have a tasting party and practice a finger play called "Five Mugs of Milk."
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For iPod Users, a Budding Problem

For Teachers 6th - 10th
Students explore hearing loss in teens. In this health journalism lesson, students read the USA Today article titled "For iPod Users, a Budding Problem," respond to discussion questions regarding the article, and complete an activity...
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Kicking: Drop Punt

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students kick a drop punt. In this physical education skills activity, students participate in a series of skill activities fostering eye-foot coordination. Students practice kicking a drop punt to the coach, a partner and a target.
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Sports Injury Management

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners study the acronym TOTAPS in relation to managing sports injuries. They discuss the elements of TOTAPS and how to progress through each step. After discussing TOTAPS, they study how to treat injuries using the RICER method and...
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Pancake Express

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students participate in a variety of manipulative skills in cross-curricular activities (dramatic play, reading, problem solving) to improve creativity and health education.
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Music Strikes a Soothing Chord

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students explore music therapy. In this health journalism lesson, students read the USA Today article titled "Music Strikes a Soothing Cord", respond to discussion questions regarding the article, and complete an activity based on the...
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I Think I Forgot Something!

For Teachers Pre-K - 2nd
Students examine human health by reading a children's book in class. In this breakfast lesson, students identify the importance of starting the day with a good, nutritious meal. Students read the book I Think I Forgot Something and...
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Healthy Eating, Healthy Living

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students describe some ways to lead a healthy life. They watch short video clips about eating healthy, ways to create healthy meals, and the benefits of exercise. They study the food groups and play indoor exercise games.
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Breakfast of Champions

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders classify foods using the food pyramid and write about the foods they eat. They distinguish between healthy and junk food and make healthy choices for their meals. They listen to the story "No Peas for Nellie" and discuss...
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Move and Make Friends

For Teachers K
Students participate in games to make new friends. They "dance and freeze" as music plays. Students skip, hop and wiggle as they play a moving down the line game. Students develop gross motor skills, listening, and social awareness...
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HIV/AIDS, Friends & Families

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students examine what it might feel like to test positive for HIV. They listen to a guest speaker, conduct a role-play activity, identify positive actions to take, and design a panel for the AIDS quilt project.
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Kids & Computing Don't Crash Your Body With Your Computer

For Teachers 10th - Higher Ed
Students listen to two lectures about being healthy and including movement in their day. Students are encouraged to get away from the computers and move their bodies. Careful adjusting of the computer workstation is emphasized to prevent...
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The Value of Respect

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students participate in discussions and listen to audio programs about giving and receiving respect. They identify disrespectful behavior and role play ways to promote respect in their own lives. They also examine the relationship...
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Octopus

For Teachers 1st - 6th
Students practice listening and responding to a question with confidence. After studying the names of various fruit, students play a New Zealand game called Octopus. The game can be used for any key words or phrases. It is fast paced...
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Myth of the Ideal Body

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students discuss body image as it relates to making decisions about sex and intimate relationships. Working in gender separated groups, students discuss how body image can affect a persons decision to be in a relationship and have...
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Soybean Science

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders explore food science by participating in a cooking activity. In this soybean oil lesson, 4th graders listen as the teacher gives them a background on soybeans and their use by humans today. Students grind soybeans and...
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Lessons for Children’s Dental Health Month

For Teachers K
Students learn about dental health.  In this dental health lesson, students relate the eggshell to the enamel of the tooth.  Students experiment with four drinks to see the effects on the tooth. Students listen to books about dental health.
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Nutrition Unit

For Teachers K
Students complete a number of activities to learn about food and nutrition. They listen to stories, make a collage, play food bingo, and examine the food pyramid as they investigate healthy eating choices.
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Abuse and Neglect

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students identify the types of child abuse, how it occurs, and how to report it. They listen to a guest speaker lecture on child abuse and how to prevent it.
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Nutrition: Banquet for the Bunch!

For Teachers K
Pupils define nutritiion and diet by exploring the food pyramid. They examine the food of different cultures. After listening to a story about the pyramid, they draw pictures of their breakfasts. Students examine magazine photos that...
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Healthy Eating: Are We What We Eat?

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students watch an introduction slide show to assess prior knowledge of healthy foods. They listen as the teacher goes over the food pyramid and food groups. Students analyze a lunch they bring from home by tallying their lunch items on a...
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Let's Get Skipping

For Teachers 1st
First graders listen as the teacher reads the story "Leo the Late Bloomer." They discuss things that they can't do but their friends can do. The students discuss the way Leo dealt with this situation (kept practicing until he could do...

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