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K–12 Standards

Grades Pre-K, K

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Core Concepts: Physical, Mental, Emotional and Social Growth and Development

  • 1.

    Identify displays of affection with appropriate people and situations.P.1.1

  • a.

    Describe similarities and differences between self and others and understand that the body is good and special.P.1.2.a

  • b.

    Describe all of the qualities and characteristics that make them special (physical, emotional, mental).P.1.2.b

  • c.

    Identify and describe functions of body parts (e.g. stomach, feet, hands, ears, eyes, mouth) and identify those parts of the body that are considered private.P.1.2.c

  • a.

    Describe different types of families.P.1.3.a

  • b.

    Identify how families can influence personal health.P.1.3.b

  • 4.

    Describe characteristics of a friend.P.1.4

  • a.

    Describe a healthy and safe environment.P.1.5.a

  • c.

    Describe appropriate and inappropriate touch.P.1.6.c

  • 7.

    Identify and practice behaviors that help to prevent disease and other health problems.P.1.7

  • 10.

    Discuss germs and their connection to illness.P.1.10

Accessing Health Information and Resources

  • 1.

    Identify characteristics of a trusted adult.P.2.1

  • 2.

    Demonstrate the ability to seek health information from trusted adults.P.2.2

  • 3.

    Demonstrate the ability to seek help from trusted adults.P.2.3

Self-Management of Healthy Behaviors

  • 1.

    Demonstrate how to appropriately express feelings in a healthy way.P.3.1

  • a.

    Identify personal behaviors that are health-enhancing.P.3.2.a

  • b.

    Demonstrate good hygiene practices to improve and maintain health.P.3.2.b

  • 7.

    Demonstrate ways to treat self and others with dignity and respect.P.3.7

Analyzing Internal and External Influences

  • 1.

    Discuss their roles in the family and the roles of their parents/guardians.P.4.1

  • 2.

    Discuss the influence of media and technology on personal health.P.4.2

Communication Skills

  • a.

    Describe various ways people can communicate.P.5.1.a

  • a.

    Identify and practice healthy ways to express needs, wants and feelings.P.5.4.a

  • c.

    Identify healthy ways to express empathy for others.P.5.4.c

Decision-Making Skills

  • 1.

    Identify and discuss choices that enhance health.P.6.1

  • 2.

    Identify adults who can assist in making health-related decisions.P.6.2

Goal-Setting Skills

  • 1.

    Identify a healthy goal.P.7.1

Advocacy

  • a.

    Demonstrate through play fairness and respect for others.P.8.1.a

  • b.

    Discuss positive ways to show care, consideration and concern for others.P.8.1.b

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What grade levels do these standards cover?
Kindergarten and PRE-K
When were these standards adopted?
2013

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