Unit 2-2:  All About Me

Study Focus: Healthy Habits and Nutrition

 

 

PreK > Unit 2.2

 

Study Focus Description

This study focuses on the introduction of basic healthy habits needed for good health and hygiene.

 

Student Understandings

Students will develop an understanding of the importance of healthy habits and good hygiene through engagement in age appropriate hands on activities. Students will discuss and practice hand washing and good dental hygiene. Students will learn about good nutrition through the exploration of the food pyramid.

 

Guiding Questions

 

1.      Can students identify healthy habits?

2.      Can students follow correct hand washing procedures?

3.      Can students demonstrate correct tooth brushing technique?

4.      Can students identify the food pyramid and the categories contained within it?

5.      Can students identify healthy foods from each category?

Guiding Vocabulary

 

healthy habits, germs, soap, cavities, toothpaste, toothbrush, dental floss, hygiene, fruits, vegetables, cereal, grains, dairy, food pyramid, nutrition

Assessments

·       Sample Assessment