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PRODUCT SUMMARY
Everybody wants to be healthy. When you're healthy, you feel good -- physically and emotionally! But good health doesn't just happen. Health for Children introduces young viewers to the importance of making good choices about health and wellness, and gives practical advice about how to develop healthy habits and set personal health goals. Students model real-life scenarios and determine how to respond in healthy and positive ways at home, school and beyond! They will explore what happens when you call 911, how to resolve a dispute with a friend and the positive power of journaling. From the food groups and basic personal hygiene to self-esteem and surfing the Internet safely, this engaging series guides children to think about the choices they make everyday. To your health! Teacher's guides are included and are available online.
EDITORIAL REVIEWS
"The pacing is brisk, and the subject matter is important. A valuable series for health education."- School Library Journal (May 2005)
"Recommended."- Library Media Connection (Nov 2005)
FULL REVIEWS
School Library Journal (May 2005)
K-Gr 4-Each program focuses on a different area of wellness, and points out how good choices can lead to good habits. The multiethnic cast uses vignettes, discussion, and example to show ways in which viewers can promote their own health and well-being. In Safety Awareness, basic safety rules are covered for fire safety, poisons, electricity, being home alone, and transportation. A fashion show features safe sports attire. Viewers are also given information on when it is appropriate to call 911. Personal Health and Hygiene discusses physical fitness (including warm-ups and cool-downs), and general health issues-cleanliness; tooth, eye, and ear care; sleep; nutrition; and the importance of using sunscreen. Decisions and Conflicts outlines the decision-making process and teaches conflict-resolution. It discusses peer pressure (both positive and negative), and gives information on dealing with bullying. In Nutrition, food groups are presented, and their role in good health is explored. Viewers are encouraged to read nutrition labels, eat healthy snacks and a good breakfast, and exercise. Food allergies and safe food-handling rules are also presented. Dealing with Feelings examines anger, fear, sadness, stress, worry, and jealousy. Youngsters are urged to share their feelings and talk things over with a trusted adult. Strong family ties are encouraged, and self-esteem is emphasized. The remaining two programs were not reviewed. Each program includes a review of all key points. The pacing is brisk, and the subject matter is important. A valuable series for health education.
Copyright 2005 School Library Journal. Used with permission.