K-12 Health Lesson Plans and Curriculum
Alignment Tables
MS 2006 Health Competencies and Suggested Objectives
Grade 05


HealthTeacher Lesson Title
1. Comprehend concepts related to health promotion and disease prevention. (H, D, N) a. Describe how participation in physical activity affects the body. The Benefits of Physical Activity
b. Discuss how the body's defenses against disease work. Preventing Infectious Illnesses
c. Identify ways the body's defense system can be improved. Universal Precautions
d. Distinguish between healthy and unhealthy snacks. Healthful Snacks
2. Demonstrate the ability to obtain valid health information and health-promoting products and services. (C, CH, PH) a. Locate and evaluate the functions of community agencies and health care professionals. Health Services in the Community
b. Identify the impact of health services (i.e., ambulance service, rescue squad) in the community. Health Services in the Community
c. Identify and discuss the use and impact of health products (i.e., sunscreen, toothpaste). Sun Safe
3. Demonstrate the ability to practice health-enhancing behaviors and reduce health risks. (PH, CH, H, N, M) a. Evaluate the reliability of various health information sources. Selecting and Using Health-care Products
b. Examine health and fitness assessments and their role in developing a personal wellness program. The Benefits of Physical Activity
c. Identify personal health needs and develop long-term goals for a healthy lifestyle. Flexibility and Cardio-respiratory Fitness
4. Analyze the influence of culture, media, technology, and other factors on health. (F, CH, C, P, H) a. Explore various eating habits (i.e., fast food, cooking ingredients) and how they relate to family backgrounds and lifestyles. Why Do We Eat What We Eat
b. Describe the way technology (i.e., video games, computers, and medical equipment) affects health. Advertising and Food Choices
c. Analyze ways in which the media influences buying decisions regarding health products, medicine, and food. Advertising and Food Choices
5. Demonstrate the ability to use interpersonal communication skills to enhance health. (S, D, H, F, PH) a. Demonstrate verbal and non-verbal skills to communicate care, self-control, and respect for all. Respecting Myself and Others
b. Demonstrate refusal and conflict resolution skills needed to develop and maintain healthy relationships with peers, family and others in socially acceptable ways. Resolving Conflicts
c. Demonstrate an awareness of safety through modeling. Planning for Fire Safety
6. Students will demonstrate the ability to use goal-setting and decision-making skills to enhance health. (H, PH, D, S) a. Identify health goals and their importance to well being. The Benefits of Physical Activity
b. Explore the characteristics of habits and how habits affect personal health. Warm Up Cool Down
c. Evaluate strategies and skills for attaining personal health goals. Physical Activity and Food: The Connection
7. Students will demonstrate the ability to advocate for personal, family, and community health. (C, F, M, D) a. Identify responsibilities within the family. All in the Family
b. Develop strategies to encourage and influence others in making healthy choices (i.e., healthy food choices, abstaining from alcohol, tobacco, and illegal drug use). Who or What Influences You?