Creating a Healthy Classroom (24-25) by ESD-U Program

Claire Kitzman

2024-08-01 20:35:11 UTC

I read Chapter 6 and was astounded by the difference between how much a child should drink throughout the day and how much they actually drink.

FUN FACT……National Hydration Day is celebrated on June 23rd every year to remind people to stay hydrated, especially during the summer. Drinking enough water helps your body function properly in many ways, including:

Maintaining a normal temperature
Cushioning and lubricating joints
Protecting the spinal cord
Eliminating waste through urination, perspiration, and bowel movements

https://www.nationaldaycalendar.com/national-day/national-hydration-day-june-23

Michele Davis

2024-08-01 20:35:16 UTC

Healthy idea!

Tina

tinamikiala — 2024-08-01 20:35:18 UTC

Teach students about food labels and how to read them. Show them what 26 grams of sugar looks like in actual sugar. Teach them how to read the ingredients list, ask them to sort ingredients into categories of 1. I know what that is and 2. I don't know what that is

Gwen Papenfuse

gpapenfuse — 2024-08-01 20:35:45 UTC

Setting an example for students. Eating fruits and veggies for a snack in front of the students and drinking water.

Also avoiding using food as a reward.

Monica Snodgrass

monicajgonzalez20 — 2024-08-01 20:35:45 UTC

I thought this resource was really great! The site has lesson plans and resources for parents!

Anne

annerbruce — 2024-08-01 20:35:49 UTC

It's important to be mindful of what we eat/drink in front of students throughout the day. They are always watching and often follow our examples, even when we don't intend for them to do so!

Myronie McKee

myronie — 2024-08-01 20:35:55 UTC

For kids who are feeling anxious, the exercise 5 senses in 5 minutes. SO good:

Asha Mormon

sawyerasha — 2024-08-01 20:36:46 UTC

Kids need Recess and that time is for them to get their extra energy out. I think to have that be taken away is not helpful for student learning and socialization.

Andrea Wheelon

andreawheelon — 2024-08-01 20:36:50 UTC

Create a community garden to teach kids about new (healthy!) foods and foster responsibility.

sauriemma1021 — 2024-08-01 20:37:38 UTC

Teaching something for a short time, or a one shot lesson, will not increase knowledge efficiency to support positive healthy behaviors. -Serena

Krista Kondro "K.K."

kkondro — 2024-08-01 20:37:42 UTC

I sadly did not know that every month of our calendar has a Health initiative!! Oct. = Nat. Bullying month, Nov. = American Diabetes month, Dec. = Nat. Influenza Vaccination week, Jan. = Nat. Drug Fact week, Feb. = American Heart month, March = Nat. Nuitrition month, April = Earth day/Environmental Health, May = Nat. Physical Fitness and Sports month

Casey

2024-08-01 20:38:16 UTC

I need to be mindful of what I am eating and drinking in front of my students. I need to pivot away from the The Dr. Pepper afternoon pick me up or at least try to conceal it :).

Rothana Chen

rothanachen1 — 2024-08-01 20:38:27 UTC

Food should not be a reward. Providing food based on performace or behavior connects food to mood and instills poor eating habits.

James Morrison

JamesMor — 2024-08-01 20:39:02 UTC

A good curriculum of physical health can do amazing at improving the mental and emotional health of the kids we work with!

Cate

ccarey280 — 2024-08-01 20:39:35 UTC

the NHO puts out a calendar every year that focuses on one element of health a month. Teachers can use this to guide monthly conversations on health and safety.

Rama Tripathi

ramaprashant29 — 2024-08-01 20:40:29 UTC

Lunch time can be an opportunity to reinforce healthy habits.

Amber Malik

2024-08-01 20:41:02 UTC

Movement! Younger students have so much energy and can often be punished if they don't know how to control it. I believe incorporating movement into educational activities gives students the chance to engage and and use their energy while they're at it!

Willy Ligon

2024-08-01 20:41:25 UTC

Spoken praise example saying “Katie, you are so smart” you should say “Katie, give yourself a pat on the back for getting 19 out 20 on your test”

Give more thought into your positive praise