Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will understand how different factors can affect your health, safety, wellbeing, and participation in physical activities.
Materials and Prep
- Comfortable clothing and shoes
- Water bottle
- Open space for physical activities
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Activities
1. Warm-up Dance Party: Put on your favorite music and dance around to warm up your body.
2. Obstacle Course Challenge: Create a fun obstacle course using household items and time yourself completing it safely.
3. Healthy Snack Break: Learn about different healthy snacks and make a nutritious snack together.
4. Safety Scavenger Hunt: Identify safe and unsafe items in your environment and discuss why they are important for your health and safety.
Talking Points
- Remember to always drink water and stay hydrated during physical activities. Say, "Water helps keep our bodies healthy and strong."
- Listen to your body and take breaks when you need to. Say, "Our bodies tell us when we need to rest, and it's important to listen."
- Ask for help if you're unsure about something or if you feel unsafe. Say, "It's okay to ask for help to make sure we are safe."
- Be kind to yourself and others during physical activities. Say, "Encouraging each other makes the activity more fun and enjoyable."
- Learn about different healthy foods that give us energy for physical activities. Say, "Eating healthy foods helps us feel good and have energy."