Lesson Plans for HEALTHY ME level I

Expand the Reading

Writing Connection
Children could use the pattern of the book and write about what they do to stay healthy. They could then share their books with children in kindergarten or first grade.

Science Connection
Have children take their own pulse for one minute by placing their index and middle fingers on a pulse point (on the neck or wrist). Ask them to write down how many times they felt a beat. Then, have children run in place for one minute. Now, ask them to take their pulse again. Ask: What changed? Did your pulse get faster?
Explain to children that our heart is a muscle, like the ones we can see in our arms and our legs. Ask: How do we make our muscles stronger? Explain that once we have strengthened our muscles in our bodies, we can run faster , run longer, lift more, and do much more than if we just stayed in bed. Say: Exercise makes our hearts beat faster. If we exercise regularly, our hearts can get stronger and they will be able to handle more strain, just like our other muscles. Ask: Why is it important to have a strong, healthy heart? How can you keep your heart strong?

Art Connection
Children could illustrate the books they made during the Writing Connection section.

Reading Independently
Have children read the book independently or with a partner. You can also encourage them to read other books of their choice that match their reading level.


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