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BMI: Body Mass Indicator

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Students discover their body weight and composition. In this health lesson, students use a body mass indicator to identify their percentage of body fat. Students develop an exercise plan and record progress throughout a month.

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body mass index, body composition

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bmi, body composition, goals for a healthy lifestyle, health
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Grade
3rd - 6th
Subjects
Physical Education
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning

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