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   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (8) 30 :
8-3.11) Utilize one method of tracking fitness and nutrition.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] BK1 (9-12) 15 :
BK-3.8) Identify components of a personal fitness plan.

Examples: strength exercises, stretching exercises, cardiovascular exercises, and nutritional balance

[PE] BK1 (9-12) 18 :
BK-3.11) Design and implement a nutrition plan to sustain a healthy, active lifestyle.

[PE] BK2 (9-12) 8 :
BK-3.1) Analyze the relationships among physical activity, nutrition, and body composition.

APE accommodation suggestions: Physical activity knowledge, engagement in physical activity, participation in fitness activity, fitness knowledge, assessment and program planning, nutrition, stress management- Refer to the IEP or special education teacher for academic and testing accommodations.

[HE] (8) 19 :
8.6.2) Analyze how keeping an activity record will help an individual to attain a personal health goal.

Examples: using food journal to track nutritional intake, My Fitness Pal, Fitbit, digital tracking device, track daily activity with activity log

[HE] HED (9-12) 6 :
HE.1.6) Compare and contrast the benefits of and barriers to practicing a variety of healthy behaviors.

a. Identify factors that impact nutritional choices.

Examples: planning healthy meals, accessibility of healthy and unhealthy foods

[HE] HED (9-12) 31 :
HE.8.2) Formulate and implement a list of innovative ways to influence and support others in making positive health choices.

Examples: wearing colors for awareness, speaking to a group or individuals, making good nutritional choices

Subject: Physical Education (8 - 12), Health Education (8 - 12)
Title: 37 Food Journal & Diary Templates to Track Your Meals
URL: https://www.developgoodhabits.com/food-journal-template/
Description:

This website describes 37 different food journals and gives tips on how to be successful during this process. A food journal is a useful tool for improving health. It is a tool that can be used to track what one eats at every meal. Keeping a food diary allows one to:

  • Become more accountable for your eating habits
  • Identify your motivation for eating
  • Focus on your nutritional requirements
  • Know your food triggers, for pinpointing allergies
  • Keep track of calories for weight loss/gain goals
  • Eat more healthily

   View Standards     Standard(s): [HE] (7) 17 :
7.5.2) Analyze healthy alternatives over unhealthy alternatives when making decisions.

Examples: eating regular meals vs. skipping meals, choosing healthy snacks vs. junk food, getting proper exercise vs. too much screen time

[HE] HED (9-12) 6 :
HE.1.6) Compare and contrast the benefits of and barriers to practicing a variety of healthy behaviors.

a. Identify factors that impact nutritional choices.

Examples: planning healthy meals, accessibility of healthy and unhealthy foods

Subject: Health Education (7 - 12)
Title: Healthy Recipes
URL: https://www.acefitness.org/education-and-resources/lifestyle/healthy-recipes/
Description:

ACE Fit has compiled hundreds of appetizers, main dishes, desserts, and more that double as delicious and nutritious options. Search based on special dietary considerations, ingredients you happen to have on hand, or the type of dish you need to prepare.


   View Standards     Standard(s): [HE] HED (9-12) 6 :
HE.1.6) Compare and contrast the benefits of and barriers to practicing a variety of healthy behaviors.

a. Identify factors that impact nutritional choices.

Examples: planning healthy meals, accessibility of healthy and unhealthy foods

[HE] HED (9-12) 12 :
HE.2.5) Analyze how some health risk behaviors can influence the likelihood of engaging in unhealthy behaviors.

Examples: assessing the effects of driving under the influence, drinking alcohol which can lead to poor choices such as sexual behavior, poor nutrition, sedentary lifestyle

[HE] HED (9-12) 31 :
HE.8.2) Formulate and implement a list of innovative ways to influence and support others in making positive health choices.

Examples: wearing colors for awareness, speaking to a group or individuals, making good nutritional choices

Subject: Health Education (9 - 12)
Title: FoodSpan
URL: https://www.foodspan.org/
Description:

This free, downloadable curriculum provides high school students with a deep understanding of critical food system issues, empowers them to make healthy and responsible food choices, and encourages them to become advocates for food system change.


   View Standards     Standard(s): [HE] HED (9-12) 6 :
HE.1.6) Compare and contrast the benefits of and barriers to practicing a variety of healthy behaviors.

a. Identify factors that impact nutritional choices.

Examples: planning healthy meals, accessibility of healthy and unhealthy foods

Subject: Health Education (9 - 12)
Title: Good Nutrition
URL: https://www.hhs.gov/fitness/eat-healthy/importance-of-good-nutrition/index.html
Description:

Good nutrition is an important part of leading a healthy lifestyle. Combined with physical activity, your diet can help you to reach and maintain a healthy weight, reduce your risk of chronic diseases (like heart disease and cancer), and promote your overall health. This is informational material on good nutrition and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

This alignment results from the ALEX Health/PE COS Resource Alignment Summit.


   View Standards     Standard(s): [HE] HED (9-12) 6 :
HE.1.6) Compare and contrast the benefits of and barriers to practicing a variety of healthy behaviors.

a. Identify factors that impact nutritional choices.

Examples: planning healthy meals, accessibility of healthy and unhealthy foods

[HE] HED (9-12) 22 :
HE.5.1) Examine barriers that can hinder healthy decision-making.

Examples: peer pressure, cultural pressures, socio-economic status

Subject: Health Education (9 - 12)
Title: Barriers to Healthy Decision Making
URL: https://prezi.com/oli3vp42qf-3/barriers-to-healthy-decision-making/
Description:

This resource is a Prezi presentation created by Matt Searles. He explains this idea: "You have to balance between your heart and your brain, leaning too much towards one side leads to problems. Sometimes, the best decision isn't the easiest path to take... but, it is the right one in the long term." The Prezi presentation provides barriers to healthy decision making.

This alignment results from the ALEX Health/PE COS Resource Alignment Summit.


   View Standards     Standard(s): [HE] HED (9-12) 6 :
HE.1.6) Compare and contrast the benefits of and barriers to practicing a variety of healthy behaviors.

a. Identify factors that impact nutritional choices.

Examples: planning healthy meals, accessibility of healthy and unhealthy foods

Subject: Health Education (9 - 12)
Title: Skin: The Behavior and Health Connection
URL: http://sciencenetlinks.com/lessons/skin-the-behavior-and-health-connection/
Description:

In this lesson, students become better aware of how their personal behavior and the environment can have a considerable impact on their health in general, particularly the health of their skin. In this exercise, students draw a model of a healthy and unhealthy person. This prompts a discussion on behavior and environmental behaviors that affect health. They also learn what good health is and the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. Finally, the students determine their skin types.

This alignment results from the ALEX Health/PE COS Resource Alignment Summit.


   View Standards     Standard(s): [HE] HED (9-12) 6 :
HE.1.6) Compare and contrast the benefits of and barriers to practicing a variety of healthy behaviors.

a. Identify factors that impact nutritional choices.

Examples: planning healthy meals, accessibility of healthy and unhealthy foods

Subject: Health Education (9 - 12)
Title: Healthy Eating: An Advocate
URL: https://www.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/he15-hpe-advocate/an-advocate-for-healthy-eating/
Description:

Rain Adams (age 12, Colorado) talks about her passion for healthy eating and how it inspired her to create her Healthy Lunchtime Challenge winning recipe for Rain’s Turkey Chili, in this video from WGBH. Rain, who as a nine-year-old started her own vegan pet treat company, learned to cook from her mother. She says it’s fun for kids to get in the kitchen and make healthy foods. During the White House Kids’ "State Dinner,” Michelle Obama challenged Rain and the other winners to promote healthy eating. Rain’s advocacy has extended to appearances on the TV news, hosting her own YouTube channel, and contributing to her family’s blog, Building a Healthy Family.

This alignment results from the ALEX Health/PE COS Resource Alignment Summit.


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