Courses of Study : Health Education (Grade 4)

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1 ) Compare health-related advertisements regarding "truth-in-advertising."

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2 ) Explain ways industry impacts environmental and community health.

Examples: land, air, noise, or water pollution; disposal of hazardous waste

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3 ) Identify environmental health issues related to home and work.

Examples: waste disposal, stagnant water, mold

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4 ) Explain the importance of communication within the family unit.

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5 ) Identify benefits of adequate sleep, nutrition, and exercise for the body.

Examples: mental alertness, strong immune system, healthy weight

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6 ) Describe the importance of personal hygiene health habits related to puberty and adolescence.

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7 ) Describe healthful ways to express emotions.

Examples: journaling, talking to an older sibling or trusted adult

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8 ) Identify ways to respect personal boundaries of others.

Examples: responding to nonverbal cues, tolerating opinions, recognizing personal space

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9 ) Utilize information on food labels to determine the nutritional value of various foods.

•  Describing healthy meals and snacks
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10 ) Explain relationships among nutrition, health, and wellness.

Examples: impact of following national dietary guidelines, long-term effects of eating saturated fats, risks of excessive sugar and caffeine intake

•  Describing how media, culture, and availability influence food choices
•  Identifying safe food-handling practices
Example: following recommended cleaning, cooking, and storing practices

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11 ) Differentiate between acute and chronic medical conditions.

Examples:

-  acute—flu, strep throat

-  chronic—asthma, diabetes

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12 ) Describe physical effects of substance abuse on the body.

Examples: shortness of breath, elevated heart rate, stained teeth, impaired judgment, addiction

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13 ) Describe risk factors that can lead to substance abuse.

Examples: peer pressure, family history, stress, depression, psychological disorders