Format
1. Senses - why we have them
2. Sight - what does it do for us?, protection (activity)
3. Hearing - what does it do for us?, protection (clapping activity) & (sounds activity)
4. Touch - what does it do for us?, protection (circles on skin activity) & (touch cups activity)
5. Taste - what does it do for us?, protection (large tongue activity)
6. Smell - what does it do for us?, protection (smell jars activity)
7. Our brain controls all of our senses
Objectives
At the conclusion of this program, participants will be able to:
1. Identify the five senses and their functions.
2. State how the senses help to protect the body.
3. Identify ways to protect the senses.
Standards Alignment
National Standards
Standard 1 Students will comprehend concepts related to health promotion and disease prevention to enhance health.
Standard 5 Students will demonstrate the ability to use decision-making skills to enhance health.
Standard 7 Students will demonstrate the ability to practice health-enhancing behaviors and avoid or reduce health risks.
State Standards
Pennsylvania Health, Safety, & Physical Education
10.1.2 A, B