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Aerobics/Dance Project

9th - 12th
Students create original dances or aerobics routines in groups.
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Got Gas? How Much?

9th - 12th
Students perform an experiment that measures respiration.  In this performing an experiment that measures respiration activity, students discuss aerobic and anaerobic respiration.  Students measure the gas produced by putting...
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CREATIVE PRINCIPLES

7th - 8th
Jr. high learners review the basic principles of design (balance, unity, movement, rhythm, pattern, contrast and emphasis) by watching a video by Gerald Brommer. Then they provide "aerobic exercise" for the right side of their brains by...
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Heart Smart in a Heart Beat

5th - 7th
As an introductory activity, young statisticians measure their heart rate at rest and after exercise and compute the mean and median, and create a box & whisker plot.  This is followed by watching a video (that no longer seems...
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Bacteria: Friend or Foe?

5th - 12th
Students examine a variety of environmental and industrial roles of bacteria. explore where bacteria can be found and distinguish bacteria from other organisms.
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Pump It Up With Paper Plates!

K - 2nd
Learners use a paper plate for a variety of P.E. activities. They can use the paper plates for an aerobics routine at home.
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Woman Power!!! Mathematics Camp

5th - 12th
Students explore mathematics by researching stereotypes. In this gender bias instructional activity, students participate in discussions where they identify traditional careers according to their own gender. Female students attend summer...
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Local Heroes

Pre-K - 4th
Young scholars discover the importance of physical fitness. In this personal health lesson, students learn messages and receive demonstrations about good physical fitness practices, health messages, and safety tips.
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Changing unhealthy eating habits

9th - 12th
Students identify the elements of a balanced diet, then compile a daily diet and exercise log to assess their lifestyles and improve them if applicable. They recognize and explain the importance of proper nutrition practices.