K-12 Health Lesson Plans and Curriculum
Alignment Tables
MS 2006 Health Competencies and Suggested Objectives
Grade 01


HealthTeacher Lesson Title
1. Comprehend concepts related to health promotion and disease prevention. (D, PH, N, D) a. Identify ways of preventing and controlling disease. How Immunizations Help
b. Introduce healthy snacks. Let's Make a Snack
c. Identify reasons for taking medicine. Safe Use of Medicines
2. Demonstrate the ability to obtain valid health information and health promoting products and services. (C, S, CH) a. Explain the roles of various types of workers in the field of health. Doctors
Pharmacists
Optometrists
Nurses
b. Discuss the roles of emergency workers. Fire Fighters
Police Officers
c. Identify sources of health products and services in the community. My Community
3. Demonstrate the ability to practice health-enhancing behaviors and reduce health risks. (PH, D, S, F, D) a. Explain ways family members work together to obtain and maintain healthy behaviors. Family Roles and Diversity
b. Contrast safe and risky behaviors. Staying Safe Near the Water
c. Identify healthy habits that ensure good hygiene. Brushing Teeth
Flossing Teeth
Wash Away the Germs
Getting Ready to Eat
d. Identify items appropriate for sharing and items not appropriate for sharing. Be Safe
4. Analyze the influence of culture, media, technology, and other factors on health. (M, PH, CH) a. Identify factors that contribute to individuality. I Am Unique and So Are You
b. Introduce technologies that influence health. NA
5. Demonstrate the ability to use interpersonal communication skills to enhance health. (M, PH, F) a. Describe the difference in verbal and nonverbal communication. Respect
b. Demonstrate attentive listening skills to build and maintain healthy relationships. How to Listen
c. Explain how nonverbal communication impacts the feelings of others. Dealing With a Bully
6. Demonstrate the ability to use goal-setting and decision-making skills to enhance health. (N, PH, H, S) a. Identify guidelines for making wise food choices. Let's Make a Snack
b. Explore a variety of physical activities. Let's Get Physical
c. Set a personal health goal and track progress toward its achievement. Let's Feed Our Bodies
7. Demonstrate the ability to advocate for personal, family, and community health. (C, PH, F) a. Understand the importance of influencing others to make healthy choices. Healthy Habits
b. Work collaboratively in small groups to achieve a common goal. NA