Healthy Tots

Preschool
60-Minute Program

Course Description

The basics of physical health are presented specifically for the early preschool child. Children are introduced to Mr. Yuk and learn that things around the house can be poisonous, no matter how good they might look, smell or taste. They learn medicine should only be taken when given by a responsible adult. The importance of exercise is experienced as they dance to a lively song. Models and props help students to see that although people have different, unique appearances on the outside, inside, our bodies have the same important parts.

Goal

Students enjoy learning about the importance of personal health and safety practices.

Learning Objectives

• State that people look different on the outside while they have the same important parts inside.
• Recognize foods needed for proper growth.
• Discover play activities that provide exercise for fitness.
• Identify daily hygiene practices to keep the body healthy.
• Give examples of safety rules to follow when riding in a car, riding a bike, or playing in water.
• Recognize common household poisons.

Complements:
Healthy People 2010: 15-20, 15-23, 19-5, 19-6, 19-7