Ins & Outs of Your Body
Grades 5 & 6
90 Minute Program
Course Description
Three–dimensional models and graphics are used to highlight the human immune system. Discussion of precautionary measures against the transmission of organisms such as the cold virus, strep bacteria, and HIV is included. Food models and an interactive computerized program demonstrate the role of fat, calcium, and vitamin C in our diet.
Goal
Students gain an appreciation for the wonder and complexity of the human
body with emphasis on the immune system and good health habits.
Objectives
- Recognize that there are a wide variety of cell types.
- Identify specific cells within the immune system.
- Discuss immediate effects of personal choices on the immune system.
- Name bacteria and viruses as the two most common kinds of disease germs.
- Describe three ways the body defends itself against disease germs.
- Discuss the importance of vaccinations.
- Name hand washing as one precautionary measure against the transmission of disease.
- State HIV Connection between the immune system and HIV.
- Analyze computer graphics depicting nutrient content of foods popular with adolescents.
- Identify the importance of limiting fat and sugar while increasing grains, fruits, vegetables, and vitamin C.
- Relate the role of calcium to the development of healthy bones and teeth.
- Briefly review ways to care for teeth and gums.
12/07
Complements:
Indiana Academic Standards for Health & Wellness 2007: 5.1.1, 5.1.4, 5.1.5, 5.5.1, 5.5.3, 5.5.4, 5.5.5, 5.5.6, 5.7.1, 5.7.2, 5.7.3, 6.1.1, 6.1.6, 6.1.8, 6.2.9, 6.2.10, 6.5.2, 6.5.4, 6.5.5, 6.5.6, 6.5.7, 6.6.1, 6.7.1, 6.7.2, 6.7.3
Indiana Academic Science Standards 2007: 5.4.2, 5.4.3, 5.4.9, 6.4.11
National Health Education Standards 2007: 1.5.1, 1.5.4, 1.5.5, 5.5.1, 5.5.3, 5.5.4, 5.5.5, 5.5.6, 7.5.1, 7.5.2, 7.5.3, 1.8.1, 1.8.5, 1.8.6, 1.8.7, 1.8.8, 1.8.9, 2.8.10, 3.8.4, 5.8.6, 5.8.7, 6.8.1, 7.8.1, 7.8.2, 7.8.3
Healthy People 2010: 19-5,19-6, 19-7, 19-11
