Wellness Unit
Learning Objectives
Health Triangle
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I can identify the three components of the health triangle and can identify at least two
healthy habits for each component.
I understand the difference between the term Health and Wellness.
Communication
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I can identify the most effective style of communication (Assertive, Passive and Aggressive).
I know and can give examples of both verbal and non-verbal communication.
I know why it is important and how to use an “I” messages in order to speak my point of
view.
I know the term for when ones words say one thing but body language says another.
“Mixed Messages”.
I know how one’s body language effects their communication.
Decision Making
 I can identify the three C’s to decision making. Clarify, Consider and Choose.
Character
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I can identify the six character traits that were discussed in class and be able to give an
example of a person demonstrating each trait.
I know what factors go into shaping a person’s character. (life experiences/role models)
Emotions
 I list and explain at least four different emotions.
 I understand why it is common to have mood swings during my teen year. (Hormones)
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I know what Defense Mechanisms are and how they can at times be helpful and harmful to
deal with emotions.
Stress
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I can define the term stress.
I can define the term stressor.
I can explain what occurs in the body during the fight or flight response.
I can list at least three strategies for coping with stress.
Hygiene
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I know the outer layer of skin is called and the inner layer of skin. (epidermis and
dermis)
I know I can protect my skin my using sunscreen.
I know what the largest organ in the body is. (Skin)
I know that UV rays can harm the skin.
I know what cause Acne.
I know what the symptoms of Dandruff are and how to help control it.
I know the difference between Tartar and Plaque which are substances that can form on
teeth.
I can identify the disease that occurs if you don’t care for your teeth properly and the
gums become red and sore.
I can identify the best way to care for my teeth.
I know the difference between someone you is nearsighted and someone who is
farsighted.
FITT/Goal Setting
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When setting goals I know they need to be meaningful, realistic and measurable.
I know what every letter in the FITT principle stands for (frequency, intensity, type and
time).
I know that that the more intense an activity is the more the heart has to work. The
more intense activity someone does the stronger the heart becomes.