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7 Ways to Turn Health Literacy Month Into a School-Wide Celebration

SHAPE America

When a school is celebrating a sports championship, they often go big: rallies, trophies, and loud cheers all around. During Health Literacy Month this October, it’s a good time to ask: What if we celebrated health literacy like we celebrate sports? In addition, check out SHAPE America’s health. ® FUNdraising program.

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Health Activities for the Last Few Days of School

The Healthy Teacher

In many core classes, this means students will be watching movies, so I hate to make them sit through another one with me as well. Here are some filler activities for health class that are fun and don’t involve a DVD. The post Health Activities for the Last Few Days of School first appeared on The Health Teacher.

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Healthy Eating Plate Is a Better Version of MyPlate and the Food Pyramid

Physical Education Update

So, a group of colleagues at the Harvard Health Publications and the Harvard School of Public Health got together to create an improved version. Unfortunately, the “MyPlate” icon was just a diagram and doesn’t provide much written information. They call it the “Healthy Eating Plate.”

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Be on the Lookout for Students Who Play “The Choking Game”

Physical Education Update

I have just read about a disturbing activity that may affect students in your school. You can discuss this game and its dangers during health classes. And the T-shirts that students wear in class will expose marks on a student’s neck that is an indicator of game-play. It’s called the “choking game.” References: 1.

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Drug Education Lesson Plans

PLT4M

We break down the importance of drug education, highlight drug education curriculum from the National Institute of Drug Abuse (NIDA), and talk about how schools can incorporate activities into physical education and health classes. FAQ Does PLT4M have other health related units?

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Should Physical Education Be Required?

PLT4M

Schools have a lot to cover and only so much time. Authors Note: In recent years, the larger educational community has explored if any subject should be required, especially at the high school level. Much of this criticism comes from outdated stereotypes of “gym class.” So should physical education be required?

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Sleep Lesson Plans For Students

PLT4M

Sleep lesson plans can empower students with the knowledge and skills to tap into the power of sleep for overall health and wellness. Importance Of Sleep Lesson Plans For Students In the hustle and bustle of school and life, it’s easy for students to underestimate the importance of a good night’s sleep.