Healthy Habits
What is a healthy habit?
What is a behavior or routine that supports your health and wellness?
True or False: Sleep helps your brain and body recover.
What is true?
Why does your body need food?
What is for energy and nutrients?
What is the best everyday drink for staying hydrated without added sugar?
What is stress?
What is the body’s and mind’s response to challenges or demands?
Name TWO healthy habits you can practice every day.
What is drinking water, sleeping enough, being active, eating balanced meals, practicing hygiene?
How many hours of sleep are generally recommended for children ages 6–12?
What is 9-12 hours?
Which food group includes rice, bread, oatmeal, and pasta?
What is grains?
What does hydration mean?
What is having enough fluid in your body for it to function properly?
Name ONE common stress trigger for middle school students.
What is tests, homework, friendships, sports, or busy schedules?
Why is brushing your teeth every day important?
What is it helps prevent cavities and supports oral health?
Name ONE way using your phone right before bed can interfere with sleep.
What is it can delay bedtime or make it harder to fall asleep?
What nutrient helps the body build and repair muscles and other tissues?
What is proteins?
Name TWO signs that someone might need more fluids.
What is thirst, dark yellow urine, dry mouth, headache, or feeling dizzy?
Name TWO physical signs that someone might be stressed.
What is headache, tense muscles, upset stomach, or faster heartbeat?
A student wants to feel more energized during school. Name TWO daily habits that could help.
What is Getting enough sleep and eating regular, balanced meals?
A student stays up until midnight playing video games and struggles to focus the next day. What is one likely reason?
What is not getting enough sleep can affect attention and concentration?
Why is eating a variety of foods important?
What is different foods provide different nutrients that support health?
Why might someone need to drink more water when playing sports on a hot day?
What is they lose water through sweating?
A student is overwhelmed by a big project. What are TWO healthy coping strategies they could use?
What is break it into smaller tasks and ask for help?
Explain how improving ONE healthy habit could positively affect TWO different areas of wellness.
What is better sleep supports physical energy and mental/emotional well-being?
Name THREE changes a student could make to improve their bedtime routine.
What is consistent bedtime, put screens away before bed, relaxing routine, quiet/dark bedroom?
A student has a long school day followed by basketball practice. Explain TWO ways balanced meals can help.
What is they provide energy for activity and nutrients that support the body, including growth and recovery?
A student feels thirsty and has a headache after playing soccer outside. What should they do, and why?
What is stop and rest in a cool place, drink water, and tell an adult if symptoms continue or worsen. They may be dehydrated or overheated?
Two students have the same test tomorrow. One feels excited, while the other feels nervous. Why might they react differently?
What is people experience stress differently depending on their thoughts, experiences, confidence, and coping skills?