Aug. 13, 2008: Get Organized for School

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Activities:

1. Make a poster. Write the words "Back to School" at the top of a large piece of paper. Now cut out newspaper words and pictures that show how you feel about school. Show your poster to your family.

2. Draw a large backpack on a piece of paper. Cut out newspaper words and pictures of school items you should put in your backpack and paste them on your drawing.

3. Draw a picture of a large plate on a piece of paper. Cut out newspaper pictures of fruit, whole grains and protein that you would like for breakfast. Paste them on your plate.

4. What can you do to be sure that (a) you have time to get dressed for school in the morning, (b) your backpack is not too heavy, (c) you can do your homework efficiently, and (d) you stay healthy for school?

5. Write a story about your "Best First Day" of school. Begin with your alarm clock going off. Write about getting ready for school, meeting your friends, and going to your class. Share your story with your family or friends.

This week's standards:

• Students understand that safety and security are basic needs of humans.
• Students understanding includes following safety rules for home and school, avoiding injury, and knowing where to go for help. (Science: Personal Health)
• Students will demonstrate the ability to practice health-enhancing behaviors and reduce health risks. (Health)
  
  (standards by Dr. Sherrye D. Garrett, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi)