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K–12 Standards

Grade 1

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

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    Define the term immunizations.D-1.1.1

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    Identify harmful and helpful drugs, including medicines and immunizations.D-1.1.2

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    Describe the effects of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs (ATOD) on a person's health.D-1.1.3

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    Identify the effects of smoking on the body, including firsthand and secondhand smokeD-1.1.4

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    Identify the major body parts and their functions.G-1.1.1

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    Identify the major organs of the body and their functions.G-1.1.2

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    Identify the major bones in the skeletal system.G-1.1.3

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    Describe the difference between safe and unsafe contact that may occur between a child and an adult or a peer.I-1.1.1

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    Identify good character traits (e.g., honesty, respect for self, respect for others, dependability, responsibility).M-1.1.1

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    Describe characteristics that are positive about yourself.M-1.1.2

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    Identify ways that individuals are unique.M-1.1.3

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    Identify the food groups.N-1.1.1

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    Explain the importance of choosing healthy foods and beverages, including water.N-1.1.2

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    Define a food label.N-1.1.3

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    Identify food portions that are appropriate for children.N-1.1.4

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    List ways to be physically active every day.N-1.1.5

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    Identify behaviors that prevent or promote personal health (e.g., screen time and electronic play instead of exercising).P-1.1.1

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    Explain how germs are spread (e.g., not washing hands or not covering mouth when sneezing or coughing).P-1.1.2

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    Explain why brushing teeth keeps the mouth healthy.P-1.1.3

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    Identify common illnesses and conditions (e.g., allergies, asthma, colds, flu).P-1.1.4

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    Define the term environment.P-1.1.5

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    Explain how a clean environment protects health.P-1.1.6

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

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    Identify how media and technology (e.g., television, video games, and social media) can positively and negatively influence mental, emotional, social, and physical health.I-1.2.1

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    List ways that family and friends influence feelings.M-1.2.1

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    List ways that a person's family and friends can influence children's food choices and physical activity.N-1.2.1

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    Identify ways that a person's family, friends, and school can support children's health practices and behaviors.P-1.2.1

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

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    Explain ways to identify safe adults at home, at school, and in the community who can answer questions about drugs.D-1.3.1

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    Explain ways to identify safe adults at home, at school, and in the community that one should contact when one needs health-related support (e.g., responding to threats or harm; uncomfortable situations or relationships).P-1.3.1

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

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    Demonstrate ways to say "no" to ATOD.D-1.4.1

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    Recite safe things to say and not to say when talking on the telephone or when someone comes to the house.I-1.4.1

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    Demonstrate how to make an emergency phone call.I-1.4.2

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    Discuss ways to get along with others and avoid conflict at home and school.I-1.4.3

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    Demonstrate listening skills to enhance health.P-1.4.2

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

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    Discuss situations that require action to protect personal safety at home (e.g., someone comes to the door or calls when an adult is not present; using the stove when home alone).I-1.5.1

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    Review situations that require action to protect personal safety at school (e.g., bullying of students or peers; someone has a gun).I-1.5.2

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    Review situations that require action to protect personal safety online (e.g., never put any identification, including pictures, online).I-1.5.3

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    Review situations that require action to protect personal safety in the community (e.g., gaming; ice cream truck; lost dog; when a stranger offers a treat; any situation that requires someone to become aware of his or her surroundings).I-1.5.4

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    Review situations that require action to protect personal safety on the playground (e.g., follow the rules).I-1.5.5

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    Demonstrate the steps taken when selecting healthy foods.N-1.5.1

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    Identify ways to make decisions that enhance health.P-1.5.1

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

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    Set a goal to consume healthy foods and beverages, including water.N-1.6.1

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    Set a goal to reduce screen time and be physically active every day.N-1.6.2

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    Identify a short-term personal health goal and take action toward achieving the goal (e.g., brushing teeth twice a day and flossing; washing hands before eating; bathing; combing hair).P-1.6.1

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

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    Identify safety rules at home.I-1.7.1

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    Identify safety rules at school.I-1.7.2

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    Identify safety rules for dealing with situations in the community.I-1.7.3

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    Describe appropriate ways to express personal feelings.M-1.7.1

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    Discuss ways to become a good friend.M-1.7.2

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    List behaviors to keep the mouth healthy.P-1.7.1

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    Describe ways to protect the environment (e.g., how to recycle; how to prevent air, water, land, or noise pollution).P-1.7.2

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

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    Encourage family members and peers to say "no" to ATOD.D-1.8.1

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    Encourage family members and peers to be physically active.N-1.8.1

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What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 1
When were these standards adopted?
2017

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