Second graders investigate the concept of a balanced diet and how the food pyramid is organized. They conduct research using the links included in the instructional activity. They differentiate the parts of the pyramid while looking at...

Students formulate questions about a germ book before it is read to them. In this washing hands lesson plan, the teacher gets glitter on each students hands that represents germs. Before the teacher reads a book about germs the students...

Second graders list the six food groups of the food pyramid and give an example for each. They discuss each food group and determine which food goes in each group. They examine the suggested daily servings for each food group and view a...

In this science worksheet, students examine the safety labels that are displayed in the laboratory and then are expected to complete the homework questions.

Fifth graders examine how good health depends upon many things, including heredity, lifestyle, personality traits, mental health, attitudes, and the environment.

Fifth graders review the Food Pyramid. They examine several breakfast cereal labels and determine how much sugar is in each. They discuss these amounts and whether or not they are surprised by the results. They discuss the amount of...

Learners demonstrate knowledge about germs. In this health lesson, students investigate what germs are, how to protect the skin by comparing the skin to apple skins, and the proper hand washing technique for getting rid of germs....

Second graders participate in a game in which they discover tips for a healthy lifestyle. They discuss that the decisions they make now affect the rest of their lives. They ask any questions they have to end the lesson plan.

Students explore how germs are spread. In this science lesson, students practice good hand washing practices and discuss how washing hands can prevent the spread of germs.

Second graders are introduced to the food groups on the food pyramid. Individually, they draw pictures of their favorite foods and identify which food group it belongs. To end the lesson, they discuss the importance of eating a variety...

Learners identify basic skills needed to succeed in the world of work, including communication skills, computation skills, problem solving skills, and interpersonal skills.

Students investigate how product endorsements can be a form of propaganda. They analyze various shampoo ads, discuss celebrity endorsements and unreliable testimony, and create a written non-propaganda ad for or against a celebrity...

First graders explore teeth care by identifying healthy and unhealthy choices.

Students discover the important role veterinarians play in the lives of animals.  In this animal safety lesson, students identify parts of veterinarian's job by completing a KWL chart and an online tutorial.  Students write a...

Young scholars investigate life science by answering maturity questions. In this human health instructional activity, students identify the changes which occur during puberty and answer study questions based on sexual awareness. Young...

Students study water conservation. For this water conservation lesson, students participate in a water conservation experiment. Students discover how to conserve water while washing their hands.

Second graders examine effects of smoking on our bodies.

Students conduct experiments with fruit falling from playground equipment to explain the effects of falling off playground equipment.

Spur a discussion of germs using this lesson. Learners conduct an experiment with potatoes to determine how germs are transmitted. They then discuss ways to prevent the spread of germs. The emphasis is on hand washing.

Students discuss how their daily diets fit into the dietary guidelines set out by the food pyramid. They write a paragraph describing good health habits and identify areas where their personal diet can be improved.

Students read a short story about visiting a dentist. Then they use toothbrushes in order to demonstrate the correct way to brush teeth. Students use the internet to investigate how some foods are healthier for teeth than others. Then...

Third graders explore biology by viewing a germ video in class. In this sanitation lesson, 3rd graders identify the importance of washing hands and complete several on-line germ safety activities. Students view a video in class titled...

Students design a morning routine for a 60 year old female senior with vision disorder. In this biology lesson, students collaborate with their team to come up with possible solutions. They present at least two ideas of their design to...

Third graders read Freckle Juice as a shared literature experience. This lesson plan has many good ideas of extensions you can do as your students go through the story.