Just the Way I Am

Grades 5&6
Outreach
69–90 Minute Program
Maximum 35 students

Course Description

Students engage in a variety of activities aimed at learning about and improving their self–esteem. Components of self–esteem, positive self talk, and self–esteem’s impact on overall health are covered. Visuals, puzzles, and games are used to reinforce the message.

Goal

Students will understand factors which influence self–esteem and will appreciate the importance of positive self esteem. Students will also understand ways to improve self–esteem in themselves and others.

Objectives

• Define self–esteem.
• Identify ways that self–esteem relates to overall health.
• List conditions that have a positive of negative influence on self–esteem.
• Describe how an individual can enhance self–esteem.

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Complements:

Indiana Academic Standards for Health & Wellness 2007: 5.1.1, 5.1.2, 5.2.3, 5.7.1, 5.7.2, 5.7.3, 6.1.1, 6.1.2, 6.1.3, 6.1.7, 6.2.3, 6.7.1, 6.7.2, 6.7.3
National Health Education Standards 2007: 1.5.1, 1.5.2, 2.5.3, 7.5.1, 7.5.2, 7.5.3, 1.8.1, 2.8.3, 7.8.1, 7.8.2, 7.8.3