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K–12 Standards

Grade 2

Other Alabama Health Education sets

Students will comprehend concepts related to health promotion and disease prevention to enhance health.

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    Health Promotion

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      Health Behaviors

      1. 1

        Describe behaviors that enhance physical and mental health. 2.1.1

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      Nutrition &

      1. 2

        Summarize motivations for eating food. Examples: hunger, emotions2.1.2

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      Drug Awareness

      1. 3

        Describe why avoiding tobacco is a healthy behavior.2.1.3

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      Hygiene

      1. 4

        List ways to prevent germs from spreading. Examples: using soap and warm water when washing hands 2.1.4

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      Disease Prevention & Health Care

      1. 5

        Investigate how immunizations and regular care from health professionals prevent disease. 2.1.5

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      Safety

      1. 6

        List ways to prevent common childhood injuries. Examples: following playground safety rules, wearing protective equipment, practicing water safety2.1.6

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      Dimensions of Health

      1. 7

        Identify positive examples of mental health.2.1.7

Students will analyze the influence of family, peers, culture, media, technology, and other factors on health behaviors.

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    Analyzing Influences

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      Family, Peer, & Culture

      1. 1

        Identify ways the school supports personal health practices and behaviors.2.2.1

        1. a

          Identify how hereditary and environmental factors influence family health.2.2.1a

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      Media & Technology

      1. 2

        Discuss how advertisements can influence individuals to purchase certain products.2.2.2

Students will demonstrate the ability to access valid information, products, and services to enhance health.

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    Access to Information

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      Information, Products, & Services

      1. 1

        Explain the importance of identifying trusted adults and health professionals. 2.3.1

      2. 2

        Identify adults and professionals who help to promote regular physical activity. Examples: PE teacher, coach, doctor, personal health coach 2.3.2

Students will demonstrate the ability to use interpersonal communication skills to enhance health and avoid or reduce health risks.

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    Interpersonal Communication

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      Social

      1. 1

        Demonstrate techniques of effective listening. Examples: body language, eye contact2.4.1

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      Emotions & Feelings

      1. 2

        Explain ways that bullying and excessive teasing can be hurtful. 2.4.2

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      Conflict Resolution

      1. 3

        Demonstrate how to communicate with others with kindness and respect.2.4.3

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      Refusal Skills

      1. 4

        Summarize strategies for reporting harmful acts. Example: reporting to trusted adult2.4.4

      2. 5

        Demonstrate how to tell a trusted adult if inappropriate touching occurs.2.4.5

Students will demonstrate the ability to use decision-making skills to enhance health.

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    Decision -Making

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      Problem Solving

      1. 1

        Differentiate between situations when a health-related decision can be made individually or when assistance is needed. Example: when to tell trusted adults about bullying or other abuse 2.5.1

Students will demonstrate the ability to use goal-setting skills to enhance health.

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    Goal -Setting

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      Self-Awareness

      1. 1

        Describe various ways to reach a personal health goal.2.6.1

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      Problem-Solving

      1. 2

        Identify school and community individuals who can help support personal health goals. 2.6.2

Students will demonstrate the ability to practice health-enhancing behaviors and avoid or reduce health risks.

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    Self-Management

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      Monitor Progress

      1. 1

        Predict how healthy behaviors can reduce health risks. Example: predicting how a healthy sleep routine promotes academic success 2.7.1

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      Injury Prevention

      1. 2

        Describe personal behaviors that enhance safety at school, home, and within the community. Examples: staying seated on the bus; surfing the Internet with caution; practicing water safety; learning self-defense skills 2.7.2

Students will demonstrate the ability to advocate for personal, family, and community health.

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    Advocacy

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      Promote Healthy Habits

      1. 1

        Enlist family and community participation in positive health activities. Examples: Relay for Life, Run/Walk for Diabetes 2.8.1

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 2
Where can I read the official document?
Alabama Course of Study Health Education

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