Instructional Materials for Health Education

Start with the most basic instructional materials for health education Perhaps the most important resource for any health teacher is a solid curriculum that helps teachers understand what to teach and when to teach it. This easily guides you through the process and saves you time.

I recommend:  Check out the Growing Healthy program developed by the National Center for Health Education. It is appropriate for the K-6 age levels. Teenage Health Teaching Modules offers a program that is for the jr. high and high school levels.

Look for health educational videos to show in class Most students appreciate viewing videos in class to help illustrate key points to the lesson. They are also useful to have when a substitute teacher comes due to an unexpected absence. Create a small library of age-appropriate videos.

I recommend:  The Truth About Tobacco is an excellent resource to help prevent teen smoking. It talks about not just the dangers of smoking, but the techniques that tobacco companies use to lure young smokers. Additionally, request a brochure from Aquarius Productions, which offers videos on a variety of health related issues, from drug abuse to eating disorders.

Purchase visual instructional materials for health education Many students need to be able to see things in order to properly understand them. A variety of visual aids in the classroom helps you to meet the needs of your students.

I recommend:  Hanging posters around your classroom serves as a constant reminder of important health concerns. Check out the wide selection available at AllPosters.com. What health classroom would be complete without a skeleton in the corner? Purchase yours from Sargent-Welch.