Kindergarten+Health

Essential Standard and Clarifying Objectives

‍Mental & Emotional Health

 * K.MEH.1 Remember the association of healthy expression of emotions, mental health, and healthy behavior.
 * K.MEH.1.1 Recognize feelings and ways of expressing them.
 * K.MEH.1.2 Recall stressors and stress responses.
 * K.MEH.1.3 Illustrate personal responsibility for actions and possessions.

‍Personal & Consumer Health

 * K.PCH.1 Apply measures for cleanliness and disease prevention.
 * K.PCH.1.1 Use steps of correct hand washing at appropriate times throughout the day.
 * K. PCH.1.2 Illustrate proper tooth brushing techniques.
 * K. PCH.1.3 Explain rationale for not sharing hygiene products (combs, brushes, toothbrushes).


 * K.PCH.2 Understand necessary steps to prevent and respond to unintentional injury.
 * K.PCH.2.1 Recognize the meanings of traffic signs and signals.
 * K.PCH.2.2 Explain the benefits of wearing seat belts and bicycle helmets.
 * K.PCH.2.3 Illustrate how to get help in an emergency.
 * K.PCH.2.4 Identify appropriate responses to warning signs, sounds, and labels.

‍Interpersonal Communication & Relationships

 * K.ICR.1 Understand healthy and effective interpersonal communication and relationships.
 * K.ICR.1.1 Explain reasons for sharing.
 * K.ICR.1.2 Compare people in terms of what they have in common and how they are unique.
 * K.ICR.1.3 Summarize protective behaviors to use when approached by strangers.
 * K.ICR.1.4 Recognize bullying, teasing, and aggressive behaviors and how to respond.

‍Nutrition and Physical Activity

 * K.NPA.1Understand MyPlate as a tool for selecting nutritious foods.
 * K.NPA.1.1 Classify foods by groups in MyPlate.
 * K.NPA.1.2 Recall foods and beverages beneficial to teeth and bones.
 * K.NPA.1.3 Recall activities for fitness and recreation during out-of-school hours.
 * K.NPA.2 Create strategies to consume a variety of nutrient-dense foods and beverages and to consume less calorie-dense and empty calorie foods.
 * K.NPA.2.1 Recognize nutrient-dense foods in pictures of foods that are culturally diverse.
 * K.NPA.2.2 Summarize the importance of a healthy breakfast and lunch.

‍Alcohol, Tobacco, & Other Drugs

 * K.ATOD.1 Understand how to use household products and medicines safely.
 * K.ATOD.1.1 Explain what is likely to happen if harmful household products are ingested or inhaled.
 * K.ATOD.1.2 Classify things found around the house as medicinal drugs or other (e.g. candy).
 * K.ATOD.1.3 Identify adults and professionals who can be trusted to provide safety information about household products and medicines.
 * K.ATOD.1.4 Use appropriate strategies to access help when needed in emergencies involving household products and medicines.