Connie Jo Smith Charlotte M. Hendricks Becky S. Bennett
As young children become aware of their bodies, they can begin to appreciate and care for their health. Encourage children to feel good about their bodies, prevent the spread of diseases, and gain a measure of independence and control in their lives with this Body Care curriculum. Children will understand their bodies and the five senses, and they will learn the importance of washing hands and practicing good hygiene, brushing teeth and promoting good oral health, avoiding germs, and taking medicine. The curriculum includes Overviews of the six body care topics Suggested...
As young children become aware of their bodies, they can begin to appreciate and care for their health. Encourage children to feel good about their bo...
Connie Jo Smith Charlotte M. Hendricks Becky S. Bennett
During the preschool and kindergarten years, children begin spending more time engaging in physical activity and exploring new foods. Help children learn how to take care of their bodies as they build a foundation for healthy, active lives with this Fitness and Nutrition curriculum. Children will learn about motor development, fitness and physical activity, rest and relaxation, food choices and eating habits, and avoiding germs when eating. The curriculum includes Overviews of the six fitness and nutrition topics Suggested interest area materials and supports for creating the...
During the preschool and kindergarten years, children begin spending more time engaging in physical activity and exploring new foods. Help children le...
Connie Jo Smith Charlotte M. Hendricks Becky S. Bennett
Children deserve to play and learn in safe environments. The earlier children understand safety concepts, the more naturally they will de¬velop the attitudes and respect that lead to lifelong patterns of safe behavior. Support children as they begin to incorporate actions into their lives that make them feel more secure and learn about pedestrian safety, seat belt use, fire and burn prevention, weapons avoidance, poisoning prevention, and tobacco and alcohol awareness. The curriculum includes Overviews of the six safety topics Suggested interest area materials and supports for...
Children deserve to play and learn in safe environments. The earlier children understand safety concepts, the more naturally they will de¬velop the a...
Connie Jo Smith Charlotte M. Hendricks Becky S. Bennett
Young children are better able to cope with their ever-changing world, overcome obstacles, and grow into emotionally healthy adults if they are provided opportunities to build their self-awareness and confidence. Help children appreciate themselves and others, explore relationships, and develop coping mechanisms for dealing with change and difficult events in their lives as they learn about self-esteem, emotions and feelings, family, friends, and changes in life. The curriculum includes Overviews of the six social and emotional well-being topics Suggested interest area materials and...
Young children are better able to cope with their ever-changing world, overcome obstacles, and grow into emotionally healthy adults if they are provid...
Connie Jo Smith Charlotte M. Hendricks Becky S. Bennett
Children develop a sense of security and self-worth by becoming familiar with themselves, their home, and the world around them. Increase children's awareness of their own communities and the ways they can help within their home and environment with this Community and Environment curriculum. It will help children learn about their homes and neighborhoods, safety helpers, health helpers, consumerism, citizenship, and environmental education. The curriculum includes Overviews of the six community and environment topics Suggested interest area materials and supports for creating...
Children develop a sense of security and self-worth by becoming familiar with themselves, their home, and the world around them. Increase children's a...
This updated whole-health and safety curriculum contributes to children's wellness and growth. This five-book set teaches children from age 3 to kindergarten about important topics--body care, fitness and nutrition, social and emotional well-being, community and environment, and safety concepts--as they develop lifelong healthy habits. Each book provides An overview of the topic Suggested interest area materials and supports for creating the learning environment Learning objectives and vocabulary words Suggestions for evaluating children's understanding of the topic More...
This updated whole-health and safety curriculum contributes to children's wellness and growth. This five-book set teaches children from age 3 to kinde...
All adults who are responsible for the care of children should be prepared for disasters. This guide provides caregivers, educators, and program staff with preparation tips and step-by-step responses to disaster situations that are based on national standards and best practices to keep children safe.
All adults who are responsible for the care of children should be prepared for disasters. This guide provides caregivers, educators, and program st...