Physical health: How can I look after my body?
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Why this why now
At Year 1, pupils are developing independence in caring for their bodies and establishing routines. This unit builds on their early experiences with activity, nutrition, hygiene and rest. It is timely as it teaches pupils the basics of looking after their bodies through exercise, sleep and self-care, fostering lifelong healthy habits. By learning this now, pupils develop foundational understanding of how their choices affect their physical health, supporting them to take responsibility for simple daily health routines such as handwashing, tooth brushing and staying active.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils may understand that food, rest and exercise help them to feel well, have energy and stay healthy.
- Pupils can demonstrate basic hygiene habits such as washing hands before eating and after using the toilet, and brushing teeth.
- Pupils should recognise from early years that sleep and physical activity are important parts of a healthy daily routine.
Threads
Why this why now
At Year 1, pupils are developing independence in caring for their bodies and establishing routines. This unit builds on their early experiences with activity, nutrition, hygiene and rest. It is timely as it teaches pupils the basics of looking after their bodies through exercise, sleep and self-care, fostering lifelong healthy habits. By learning this now, pupils develop foundational understanding of how their choices affect their physical health, supporting them to take responsibility for simple daily health routines such as handwashing, tooth brushing and staying active.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils may understand that food, rest and exercise help them to feel well, have energy and stay healthy.
- Pupils can demonstrate basic hygiene habits such as washing hands before eating and after using the toilet, and brushing teeth.
- Pupils should recognise from early years that sleep and physical activity are important parts of a healthy daily routine.
Physical health: How can I look after my body?
This unit emphasises the importance for pupils of taking care of their body through exercise, getting enough sleep, maintaining good hygiene and planning a healthy week. Pupils learn practical ways to stay healthy.
4 lessons in unit
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