Nutrition
What food group does a bagel belong to?
Grains
Name 2 ways you can be physically active.
Running, walking, skipping, playing a sport, biking, etc.
Why is it important to wash your hands before you eat your snack or lunch?
Your hands are covered in germs!
True or False: You don't need to look both ways if you are crossing the road with an adult.
False.
True or False: Children in grade one and two need about 6-7 hours of sleep every night.
False. Children should get anywhere from 9-11 hours of sleep each night.
True or False: You and your older brother who is 14 years old should eat the same amount of meat & alternatives servings every day.
False.
(You only need 1 serving of meat & alternatives each day; your older brother needs 2-3)
Name 5 ways that you can be active outside this summer.
Hike, rollerblade, skateboard, bike, swim, etc.
How many times a day do most dentists recommend that you brush your teeth?
2 times each day.
Name a piece of safety gear that you can wear when you are riding your bike or scooter.
Helmet, knee pads, etc.
Name 3 times that it is okay to tell on a classmate to your teacher.
Someone is sick, hurt, or being dangerous.
What is a balanced diet?
Eating the right amount of food from all of the food groups, limiting junk food, etc.
True or False: It is only important for adults to exercise if they are overweight; if they are a healthy weight it is not necessary.
False. Exercise is important for everyone, whether or not you are trying to lose weight.
Which would be a better bedtime snack for your dental hygiene: Raisins or apples. Why?
Apples would be a better snack because they would not stick as much to your teeth.
Name 5 ways to stay safe in the sun.
Wear sunscreen, drink water, wear a hat, sit in the shade, wear sunglasses, etc.
True or False: Your mental (mind) health is just as important as your physical (body) health.
True.
Johnny has the choice between two lunches:
01) Ham & cheese sandwich, bag of chips, carrot sticks, apple, and a water bottle
02) Grilled cheese sandwich, fruit snacks, goldfish crackers, bear paws, and apple juice
Which lunch should Johnny eat if he would like to make the healthier choice? Why?
Lunch 01 is healthier because even though it includes a bag of chips, it has all of the food groups and less processed food.
True or False: Health Canada suggests that children should get at least 60 minutes of exercise each day.
True.
Why is flossing your teeth important?
It gets the "sugar bugs" that are trapped between your teeth, the floss will pick up pieces of food that are stuck in teeth, etc.
True or False: You can't get sunburned if it is a cloudy day.
False.
Name at least 2 things you should do if you are in an unsafe or harmful situation.
Say no, get help from a safe adult, get away, etc.
Why is it important to "eat a rainbow"?
When we eat a variety of colours we are getting different VITAMINS and MINERALS that our body needs.
Name 4 benefits of exercise.
Build your muscles, it is good for your heart, helps build strong bones, lowers your risk of certain diseases, helps you maintain a healthy weight, etc.
True or False: If you do not smell bad, it is not necessary to take a bath or shower. Why or why not?
False. It is important to take a bath or shower regularly to make sure that you are getting rid of germs on your body.
Name 5 ways to be safe in the gym.
Watch where you are running, tag using gentle hands, listen to rules, don't climb on the wall equipment, only use equipment for what it is intended, etc.
Name 3 ways to take care of your mental health.
Get help when you need it, find ways to relax (take a bath, do yoga, etc.), learn how to deal with your stress and issues, talk to people about what is going on, etc.