K-12 Health Lesson Plans and Curriculum
Alignment Tables
MS 2006 Health Competencies and Suggested Objectives
Grade 03


HealthTeacher Lesson Title
1. Comprehend concepts related to health promotion and disease prevention. (D, PH, D, M, S, N) a. Identify types of childhood injuries and illnesses and ways for prevention and treatment. Well-care Visits
b. Recognize and describe the relationship between personal health behaviors and individual well-being. Treating Minor Wounds and Burns
Looking at Medicine Labels
Care of Eyes and Ears
Safe in the Sun
Yikes, Lice!
Our Bodies Need Water
c. Identify proper use of resources in health promotion and disease prevention. Healthy Habits
d. Define nutritional terms on food labels (i.e., fats, calories, etc.). Food Labels
2. Demonstrate the ability to obtain valid health information and health-promoting products and services. (PH, C, S) a. Investigate how the availability of health services affects the community. Health Services in the Community
b. Identify and discuss hazardous products. Hazardous to My Health
c. Identify characteristics of valid health information and health promoting products and services. Health Services in the Community
3. Demonstrate the ability to practice health-enhancing behaviors and reduce health risks. (M, S, CH, PH, F) a. Demonstrate ways (i.e., conflict resolution) to avoid and reduce threatening situations. Conflict Resolution
b. List personal rights and responsibilities of individuals at home and school. Responsibility
c. Explore alternative techniques in managing stress. Feelings
4. Analyze the influence of culture, media, technology, and other factors on health. (PH, H, F, CH) a. Describe how culture influences personal health behaviors. Influence on Activity
b. Analyze how the media influences thoughts, feelings, and health behavior. Food Packages
c. Identify ways that health care technology can impact personal health. NA
5. Demonstrate the ability to use interpersonal communication skills to enhance health. (M, F, H, PH) a. Demonstrate ways to communicate needs, wants, and feelings through verbal and non-verbal communication. How to Listen
b. Apply ways to properly communicate care, consideration and respect for self and others. Feelings
6. Demonstrate the ability to use goal-setting and decision-making skills to enhance health. (N, PH, H, D) a. Communicate information (i.e., nutrition, physical activity, drug use, peer choices) that promotes positive health choices. Drugs and Goals Don't Mix
b. Demonstrate the ability to practice healthy choices. The Fruit Group
c. Develop a personal health plan and track progress toward achievement. Eat More Fruits and Vegetables
7. Demonstrate the ability to advocate for personal, family, and community health. (CH, PH, H) a. Describe characteristics needed to be a responsible friend and family member. Family Connections
Friends
b. Identify and understand the importance of contributing to the community. Ready to Recycle
The Environment and the Community
Reusing Waste Materials