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K–12 Standards

Grade 3

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Physical and Personal WellnessCH.3.2

  • 1

    Demonstrate the ability to make and communicate appropriate food choices.CH.3.2.1

    1. a

      Describe a variety of nutritious breakfast foods.CH.3.2.1.a

    2. b

      Plan a meal based on the food groups.CH.3.2.1.b

    3. c

      Explain the concepts of eating in moderation.CH.3.2.1.c

    4. d

      Demonstrate refusal skills in dealing with unhealthy eating situations.CH.3.2.1.d

    5. e

      Identify how family, peers, and media influence healthy eating.CH.3.2.1.e

 Social and Emotional WellnessCH.3.3

  • 1

    Utilize knowledge and skills to treat self and others with care and respect.CH.3.3.1

    1. a

      Identify the characteristics of someone who has self-respect and positive self-esteem.CH.3.3.1.a

    2. b

      Acknowledge the value of personal and others’ talents and strengths.CH.3.3.1.b

    3. c

      Summarize the importance of respecting the personal space and boundaries of others.CH.3.3.1.c

    4. d

      Discuss the importance of treating others the way you would like to be treated.CH.3.3.1.d

    5. e

      Give examples of skills that develop and maintain healthy relationships as well as strong friendships. CH.3.3.1.e

  • 2

    Demonstrate interpersonal communication skills to support positive interactions with families, peers, and others.CH.3.3.2

    1. a

      Demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills necessary to express emotions, personal needs, and wants in a healthy way. CH.3.3.2.a

    2. b

      Describe positive ways to show care, consideration, and concern for others.CH.3.3.2.b

    3. c

      Identify how to show respect for individual differences.CH.3.3.2.c

    4. d

      Demonstrate how to communicate about personal boundaries directly, respectfully, and assertively.CH.3.3.2.d

    5. e

      Identify potential conflicts that arise within relationships and strategies to resolve those conflicts. CH.3.3.2.e

Prevention and Risk ManagementCH.3.4

  • 1

    Examine the dangers of using tobacco and marijuana products and exposure to secondhand smoke.CH.3.4.1

    1. a

      Identify the short- and long-term physical effects of using tobacco, marijuana, and exposure to secondhand smoke.CH.3.4.1.a

    2. b

      Describe the dangers of prolonged exposure to secondhand smoke and demonstrate strategies to avoid exposure. CH.3.4.1.b

    3. c

      Understand that marijuana, illegal drugs, prescription drugs, alcohol, and tobacco can be addicting, but can be treated.CH.3.4.1.c

    4. d

      Describe the benefits of abstaining from or discontinuing tobacco and nonprescribed marijuana use.CH.3.4.1.d

    5. e

      Demonstrate the ability to assertively refuse an unwanted item.CH.3.4.1.e

  • 2

    Describe pro-social behaviors and skills that enhance healthy interactions with others.CH.3.4.2

    1. a

      Give examples of pro-social behaviors such as helping others, being respectful of others, cooperation, consideration and being kind.CH.3.4.2.a

    2. b

      Set a goal and a plan to be helpful and supportive to another person at school or at home.CH.3.4.2.b

    3. c

      Describe how responding to anger can be positive and/or negative.CH.3.4.2.c

    4. d

      Demonstrate strategies for self-control that can manage anger and other strong feelings in positive ways. CH.3.4.2.d

  • 3

    Identify ways to prevent injuries at home, in school, and in the community.CH.3.4.3

    1. a

      Define how injuries can occur at home, in school and in the community.CH.3.4.3.a

    2. b

      Create a personal safety plan and explain how it will be used at home, in school, and in the community (e.g., bike safety, pedestrian safety, emergency situations).CH.3.4.3.b

    3. c

      Identify safety rules around modern technology, including the internet.CH.3.4.3.c

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