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Foundations of Wellness Unit PlanFoundations of Wellness Unit Plan
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Together Counts
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K - 2nd
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Health
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Foundations of Wellness

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You may be physically healthy, but what about mentally and emotionally? How is your social health? Kindergartners and first and second graders learn about the importance of maintaining their health in all aspects of their lives with a collaborative activity.

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

healthy eating, healthy habits, mental health, personal hygiene, stress management, emotional development

Additional Tags

health

Instructional Ideas

  • Use in a health class or when discussing healthy habits
  • Have learners keep a journal or collection of drawings about their healthy choices throughout the week
  • Laminate the cards to use over and over again

Classroom Considerations

  • Printables are in color, but would be understandable if printed in black and white
  • Photographs should be printed or projected in color

Pros

  • Connects to elementary Common Core standards for speaking and listening
  • Emphasizes a balanced lifestyle for optimal happiness

Cons

  • None

Common Core

SL.K.1.a SL.K.5 SL.K.6 SL.1.1.a SL.1.5 SL.1.6 SL.2.1.a SL.2.5

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