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How it Works
How it Works
At Blairstown Elementary, we are proud to implement THE GREAT BODY SHOP, a unique health education program designed specifically for children and their families. This comprehensive curriculum not only supports our students but also engages families in meaningful discussions about health.
The breakdown:
Each month, for grades K-6, we receive Student Issues that resemble health magazines (examples below). These materials are used in the classroom as periodicals or informational texts. Teachers and students engage with these resources typically once a week, fostering a solid understanding of important health topics.
At the end of each month, students bring the Student Issues home, where they can be used for family activities, discussions, and homework. This approach allows one issue to educate not just the student, but also to support the entire family in health education.
We believe that when schools and families work together to reinforce health knowledge and skills, it empowers children to make informed decisions about their health. This collaborative effort helps ensure that our students remain healthy, safe, drug-free, and prepared to meet the challenges of the future.
Thank you for your continued support in promoting health and wellness at Blairstown Elementary!
Topics
Topics
We are excited to share that our school utilizes THE GREAT BODY SHOP, a fully comprehensive health curriculum designed to meet the needs and standards of our district. This program addresses all aspects of physical, mental, social, and emotional health, along with safety considerations.
THE GREAT BODY SHOP covers a wide range of important topics, including:
Substance abuse and violence prevention
Injury and personal safety
Fitness and nutrition
Disease and illness prevention
Body systems
Growth and development
Consumer and environmental health
Social and emotional learning, as well as substance abuse and violence prevention skills, are integrated into every unit, ensuring a holistic approach to student wellness.
To review what is taught at each grade level, please click the link below.
Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OlL9BJhiUAyt-lZZ2_Y6ph0wA0DXbVve/view?usp=sharing
Thank you for your support in fostering a healthy environment for our students!
1st Grade Student Issue Unit: Why Do We Eat?
3rd Grade Student Issue Unit: Let's Eat!
5th Grade Student Issue Unit: Fueling Your Great Body
Family Life & Puberty Lesson Materials for Parents
Family Life & Puberty Lesson Materials for Parents
Dear Parents,
Attached, you will find the materials used in our 6th grade Family Life lessons and 4th grade Puberty lessons for your review. These resources are designed to give you insight into what your child will be learning in class.
For the 6th grade Family Life presentations, the slides also include any worksheets that will be distributed during the lessons. This way, you can stay informed about the content and discussions that your child will be engaged in.
If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Mrs. Mannerberg or Mr. Palanca. We are here to support you and your child throughout this learning experience.
Thank you for your partnership!
6th Grade - The Basics of the Female Reproductive System Lesson
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1x8tFgxtiHotmhIrlQlbqQlhI-DhGH4Ee/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=103470887677476576196&rtpof=true&sd=true
6th Grade - The Basics of the Male Reproductive System Lesson
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1GpmqmJmdgkH0k6PThE07Pqzaul8vXADS/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=103470887677476576196&rtpof=true&sd=true
6th Grade The Menstrual Cycle and Pregnancy Lesson
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1sUPdgB9BhfCkRZ7368WlXxdEenXfgyCb/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=103470887677476576196&rtpof=true&sd=true
4th Grade Girls Puberty Lesson
The book utilized for the 4th grade for the girls puberty lesson is "A girls guide to puberty and periods" by Marni Sommers.
Here is a link to the resrouce. Feel free to purchase a copy for your child. (A Girl's Guide to Puberty & Periods (A Girl's Guide to Puberty and Periods): Sommer, Marni, Schmitt, Margaret, Hagstrom, Christine, Gruer, Caitlin, Scheffler, Emily: 9781737642503: Amazon.com: Books)
4th Grade Boy Puberty Lesson
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1biqaVHMhS1id5CXdpJuhk8yew-mGiC4l-xCjvRHweY4/edit?usp=sharing
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