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2.1
Students describe and demonstrate actions they can take to promote the
different dimensions of the health of themselves and others. |
2.2 Students
explain the benefits of eating a variety of nutritious foods and plan ways to
increase the range of nutritious foods in their diets. |
2.3
Students propose and demonstrate ways to promote personal safety and the
safety of others. |
2.4
Students identify places where health products and services may be obtained
and suggest reasons why people choose to use different health products and
services. |
2.5
Students recommend ways they can care for their environments to promote and
protect their health. |
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Actions to
promote personal health: ·
celebrate achievements and occasions (social) ·
participate in activities that are enjoyed and done well
(emotional, spiritual) ·
practise good personal hygiene (physical) ·
form friendships (social, emotional) ·
wear protective clothing (physical) ·
use protective equipment (physical) ·
have regular dental and medical check-ups (physical) ·
be vaccinated (physical) ·
participate in regular exercise (physical) ·
avoid physical risks and reject dares (physical,
emotional) Actions to
promote the health of others: ·
clean up the environment (physical, social) ·
dispose of waste thoughtfully (physical) ·
listen to and support others (social, emotional) ·
report bullying, racism and harassment (social, emotional) ·
avoid others when ill (physical) |
Benefits of
eating a variety of nutritious foods: ·
assists physical growth and development ·
meets energy needs ·
improves concentration span ·
makes you feel good Ways to increase the range of nutritious food in
their diet: ·
request a change of food offered at the canteen each month ·
try foods from different cultures ·
experiment with different sandwich fillings ·
ask parents/carers to buy more fruit and vegetables |
Ways to promote personal safety: ·
wear safety clothing and use safety equipment ·
play by the rules in physical activities ·
abide by messages on signs and from people in authority ·
avoid taking risks and accepting dares ·
avoid unsafe physical environments ·
avoid unsafe social situations ·
seek assistance by signalling, calling or dialling for
help Ways to promote the safety of others: ·
put toys away ·
alert others to hazards ·
alert others at risk of safe actions to adopt ·
use a ‘buddy’ system in the water and on hikes ·
report strangers and suspicious activities |
Where health services and products may be obtained: ·
doctor’s surgery for medical care ·
hospitals for medical care ·
first-aid centre for emergency treatment ·
health clinic for nutritional information ·
church for counselling services ·
specialist medical centres for optometry, psychology and
podiatry ·
pharmacy or supermarket for medicines, eye care and sun
protection products ·
natural health centre for natural remedies ·
gymnasium, fitness centres and department stores for
fitness products ·
supermarket, fruit and vegetable shops and home garden for
foodstuffs Why people choose to use different health services and
products: ·
recommendation by a friend ·
cost ·
religious or cultural beliefs ·
level of health knowledge ·
access by public transport ·
proximity to home ·
side effects ·
type of treatment offered ·
needs |
Ways they can care for their environment to promote and
protect their health: ·
cooperate with, respect and support others whilst at home,
at play and in the community to build happy relationships ·
report bullying to protect themselves and others from
injury and build self-esteem ·
report damaged equipment, appliances and facilities to
parents, carers, teachers or relevant authorities to protect from injury ·
avoid using pressurised sprays, and plant trees to improve
air quality ·
use bins and assist with disposal of waste to avoid spread
of disease and injury |