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Kids Health: Skin

For Students 3rd - 8th
You couldn't live without the skin you're in. Find out what's going on under the surface in the skin video and activity guide. [6:28]
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Kids Health: Teeth

For Students 3rd - 8th
You need teeth to talk and eat properly. From baby teeth to permanent teeth, find out all about them in this movie and activity guide. [3:43]
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Kids Health: Urinary System

For Students 3rd - 8th
If you've ever wondered where urine comes from, this movie and activity guide has the answer! [5:14]
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Kids Health: Bike Safety

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about bike injuries, the importance of wearing a helmet, and how to maintain your bike.
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Kids Health: Tus Huesos

For Students 3rd - 8th
This resource explains what bones are made of and how they grow. The resource is in Spanish.
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Kids Health: Albinism

For Students 9th - 10th
Albinism is a condition when someone doesn't have enough melanin in their skin, eyes, or hair. This article explains all about albinism and the causes of the condition.
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Kids Health: Taking Care of Teeth

For Students 3rd - 8th
This resource explains why healthy teeth are important, and how you can keep your teeth healthy are topics discussed in this site.
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Kids Health: Teen Health: Gyn Check Ups

For Students 9th - 10th
For older girls, this article will explain the changes your body is going through and help you understand in medical terms what to be looking for. Includes a description of a typical examination. Very informative and will help you gain...
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Kids Health: Testicular Health

For Students 9th - 10th
As a guy goes through puberty, having someone else examine his testicles isn't normally considered as part of the deal. This site explains why it's important to start early in taking care of your reproductive body.
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Kids Health: Babysitting Basics

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides information about babysitting.
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Kids Health: Family Doctor: Why Exercise Is Wise

For Students 9th - 10th
In order to exercise we usually need to be motivated. This article may motivate you to find the benefits of physical fitness as well as provide some suggestions for its implementation. Links to related articles are also provided.
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Kids Health: Diabetes Center

For Students 3rd - 8th
This resource provides information about Diabetes, and how to live with the disease.
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Kids Health: School Lunches

For Students 9th - 10th
Once your children are off to school it can be difficult to monitor their levels of nutrition. This resource provides healthy alternatives to traditional lunches and recommendations of what to serve.
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Kids Health: Water Safety

For Students 9th - 10th
Going to a beach or a pool can make for a great time if one is conscious of potential hazards that are associated with these locations. This site covers important considerations necessary for an enjoyable yet safe experience.
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Kids Health: Ears

For Students 3rd - 8th
How do you hear? Watch this ear video and take the accompanying quiz to step inside the ear. [6:08]
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Kids Health: Vegetarianism

For Students 9th - 10th
In addition to defining the different types of vegetarians and vegetarian diets, this four page article, discusses the benefits and drawbacks of vegetarianism, while focusing on children and the nutrition they need to grow strong,...
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Kids Health: Eyes

For Students 3rd - 8th
Your eyes see, but how does vision happen? Find out how the eyes and brain work together through this video and accompanying activity guide. [6:09]
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Kids Health: Hair

For Students 3rd - 8th
Hair grows almost everywhere on your body. In this hair video and activity guide, you'll go under the skin to find out where hair begins. [5:11]
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Kids Health: Amanda's Hodgkin's Story

For Students 3rd - 8th
At this site read the story of Amanda and her struggle with Hodgkin's Disease. Through the story find out what this type of cancer is.
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Kids Health: Nose

For Students 3rd - 8th
It sniffs and smells, but how does it work? Find out more in this nose video and activity guide. [4:22]
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Kids Health: Nails

For Students 3rd - 8th
Your nails aren't just there to look pretty. Watch this video and participate in the accompanying activity guide to find out how nails grow and why you shouldn't bite them! [4:38]
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Kids Health: Muscles

For Students 3rd - 8th
If you've ever wondered how your muscles work, this movie and activity guide has the answer! [6:49]
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Kids Health: Immune System

For Students 3rd - 8th
If you've ever wondered how your immune system works, this movie and activity guide is for you! [7:26]
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Kids Health: Heart

For Students 3rd - 8th
If you've ever wondered how your heart works, this movie and activity guide has the answer. [6:15]