Courses of Study : Health Education (Grade K)

Anchor Standard 1: Students will comprehend concepts related to health promotion and disease prevention to enhance health.
Health Promotion
Health Behaviors
Health Education (2019)
Grade(s): K
All Resources: 17
Classroom Resources: 17
K.1.1) Identify behaviors that impact personal health.

Nutrition & Food
Health Education (2019)
Grade(s): K
All Resources: 11
Classroom Resources: 11
K.1.2) Identify healthy food choices.

Example: MyPlate

Drug Awareness
Health Education (2019)
Grade(s): K
All Resources: 3
Classroom Resources: 3
K.1.3) List everyday chemical products that can be used like a harmful drug.

Examples: glue, laundry pods, aerosol sprays

Hygiene
Health Education (2019)
Grade(s): K
All Resources: 12
Classroom Resources: 12
K.1.4) Explain why healthy behaviors such as brushing teeth and getting adequate sleep are important.

Disease Prevention & Health Care
Health Education (2019)
Grade(s): K
All Resources: 4
Classroom Resources: 4
K.1.5) Describe ways to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.

Examples: coughing into elbow, washing hands

Safety
Health Education (2019)
Grade(s): K
All Resources: 2
Classroom Resources: 2
K.1.6) List reasons to call for emergency assistance.

Dimensions of Health
Health Education (2019)
Grade(s): K
All Resources: 5
Classroom Resources: 5
K.1.7) Identify positive examples of physical health.

Anchor Standard 2: Students will analyze the influence of family, peers, culture, media, technology, and other factors on health behaviors.
Analyzing Influences
Family, Peer, & Culture
Health Education (2019)
Grade(s): K
All Resources: 3
Classroom Resources: 3
K.2.1) Identify external factors that influence personal health.

Examples: family, culture, media

a. List family rules and activities that promote health and safety.

Example: limiting screen time, not talking to strangers

Media & Technology
Health Education (2019)
Grade(s): K
All Resources: 0
K.2.2) List types of media. Examples: television, radio, internet, advertisements.

Anchor Standard 3: Students will demonstrate the ability to access valid information, products, and services to enhance health.
Access to Information
Information, Products, & Services
Health Education (2019)
Grade(s): K
All Resources: 11
Classroom Resources: 11
K.3.1) Identify school and community health helpers who can assist in understanding health procedures.

Examples: dentist, doctor, school nurse

Health Education (2019)
Grade(s): K
All Resources: 0
K.3.2) Discuss the role of the school nurse in encouraging student wellness.

Anchor Standard 4: Students will demonstrate the ability to use interpersonal communication skills to enhance health and avoid or reduce health risks.
Interpersonal Communication
Social
Health Education (2019)
Grade(s): K
All Resources: 10
Classroom Resources: 10
K.4.1) Explain how a person can use good listening skills to enhance his or her health.

Emotions & Feelings
Health Education (2019)
Grade(s): K
All Resources: 16
Classroom Resources: 16
K.4.2) Name various emotions and feelings.

Examples: anger, sadness, joy, fear

Conflict Resolution
Health Education (2019)
Grade(s): K
All Resources: 16
Classroom Resources: 16
K.4.3) Describe how to express feelings to prevent a conflict from starting.

Refusal Skills
Health Education (2019)
Grade(s): K
All Resources: 0
K.4.4) Tell ways to respond in an unwanted, threatening, or dangerous situation.

Health Education (2019)
Grade(s): K
All Resources: 1
Classroom Resources: 1
K.4.5) Identify characteristics of a trusted adult.

Anchor Standard 5: Students will demonstrate the ability to use decision-making skills to enhance health.
Decision-Making
Problem Solving
Health Education (2019)
Grade(s): K
All Resources: 2
Classroom Resources: 2
K.5.1) Discuss when and what assistance is needed for health-related situations.

Examples: explaining when someone should call 911, asking for help when a student is ill, determining the difference between tattling and telling

Anchor Standard 6: Students will demonstrate the ability to use goal-setting skills to enhance health.
Goal-Setting
Self-Awareness
Health Education (2019)
Grade(s): K
All Resources: 5
Classroom Resources: 5
K.6.1) Define a goal and identify several potential age- appropriate, short-term health goals.

Examples: brushing teeth daily, meeting or achieving ARI reading goal

Problem-Solving
Health Education (2019)
Grade(s): K
All Resources: 0
K.6.2) Identify family members who can assist with achieving short-term health goals.

Anchor Standard 7: Students will demonstrate the ability to practice health-enhancing behaviors and avoid or reduce health risks.
Self-Management
Monitor Progress
Health Education (2019)
Grade(s): K
All Resources: 10
Classroom Resources: 10
K.7.1) Show healthy behaviors that improve personal health and wellness.

Examples: demonstrating correct technique for hand washing, showing basic first aid procedures for bandaging a cut

Injury Prevention
Health Education (2019)
Grade(s): K
All Resources: 6
Classroom Resources: 6
K.7.2) Demonstrate healthy behaviors that prevent injuries.

Example: practicing safety precautions when crossing the street

Anchor Standard 8: Students will demonstrate the ability to advocate for personal, family, and community health.
Advocacy
Promote Healthy Habits
Health Education (2019)
Grade(s): K
All Resources: 3
Classroom Resources: 3
K.8.1) Role play behaviors that promote personal healthy habits.

Examples: requesting help when deciding on healthier snack options, asking for help when being teased at school