Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Grade K

Other North Carolina Health Education sets

Mental and Emotional Health

  • 1.

    Remember the association of healthy expression of emotions, mental health, and healthy behaviorK.MEH.1

    1. 1.

      Recognize feelings and ways of expressing themK.MEH.1.1

    2. 2.

      Recall stressors and stress responsesK.MEH.1.2

    3. 3.

      Illustrate personal responsibility for actions and possessionsK.MEH.1.3

Personal and Consumer Health

  • 1.

    Apply measures for cleanliness and disease prevention.K.PCH.1

    1. 1.

      Use steps of correct hand washing at appropriate times throughout the dayK.PCH.1.1

    2. 2.

      Illustrate proper tooth brushing techniquesK.PCH.1.2

    3. 3.

      Explain rationale for not sharing hygiene products (combs, brushes, toothbrushes)K.PCH.1.3

  • 2.

    Understand necessary steps to prevent and respond to unintentional injury.K.PCH.2

    1. 1.

      Recognize the meanings of traffic signs and signals.K.PCH.2.1

    2. 2.

      Explain the benefits of wearing seat belts and bicycle helmets.K.PCH.2.2

    3. 3.

      Illustrate how to get help in an emergencyK.PCH.2.3

    4. 4.

      Identify appropriate responses to warning signs, sounds, and labels.K.PCH.2.4

Interpersonal Communication and Relationships

  • 1.

    Understand healthy and effective interpersonal communication and relationships.K.ICR.1

    1. 1.

      Explain reasons for sharing.K.ICR.1.1

    2. 2.

      Compare people in terms of what they have in common and how they are unique.K.ICR.1.2

    3. 3.

      Summarize protective behaviors to use when approached by strangers.K.ICR.1.3

    4. 4.

      Recognize bullying, teasing, and aggressive behaviors and how to respond.K.ICR.1.4

Nutrition and Physical Activity

  • 1.

    Understand MyPlate as a tool for selecting nutritious foodsK.NPA.1

    1. 1.

      Classify foods by groups in MyPlateK.NPA.1.1

    2. 2.

      Recall foods and beverages beneficial to teeth and bonesK.NPA.1.2

    3. 3.

      Recall activities for fitness and recreation during out of school hoursK.NPA.1.3

  • 2.

    Understand the importance of consuming a variety of nutrient dense foods and beverages in moderation.K.NPA.2

    1. 1.

      Recognize nutrient-dense foods in a list of foods that are culturally diverseK.NPA.2.1

    2. 2.

      Summarize the importance of a healthy breakfast and lunchK.NPA.2.2

Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs

  • 1.

    Understand how to use household products and medicines safely.K.ATOD.1

    1. 1.

      Explain what is likely to happen if harmful household products are ingested or inhaled.K.ATOD.1.1

    2. 2.

      Classify things found around the house as medicinal drugs or other (e.g. candy).K.ATOD.1.2

    3. 3.

      Identify adults and professionals who can be trusted to provide safety information about household products and medicines.K.ATOD.1.3

    4. 4.

      Use appropriate strategies to access help when needed in emergencies involving household products and medicines.K.ATOD.1.4

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Kindergarten
When were these standards adopted?
2010

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