| (a) |
Investigate the basic role of the immune system (i.e., to fight illness and/or infection). |
| (b) |
Develop common and respectful language to talk about immunity (e.g., germ, virus, vaccinations, antibodies). |
| (c) |
Predict and then investigate what happens if the immune system is not healthy/not working properly. |
| (d) |
Describe what makes and keeps the body, mind, and immune system healthy. |
| (e) |
Begin to distinguish between fact, opinions, misconceptions, and preferences regarding healthy foods and physical activity |
| (f) |
Examine the roles of diet and physical activity on a healthy mind, body, and immune system. |
| (g) |
Determine that foods provide essential nutrients for health (see introduction to Canada's Food Guide). |
| (h) |
Predict and recognize how food choices have a direct impact on the types and amounts of nutrients absorbed by the body. |
| (i) |
Analyze personal food choices for possible consequences on the mind and body (e.g., sugary foods lead to tooth decay, water makes it easier to concentrate). |
Other books in the series complement the Grade 1 curriculum, including My Brain, My Heart and Lungs, Why Do I Brush My Teeth? Why Do I Sleep? and Why Do I Wash My Hands? The latter three titles also complement the Grade 2 curriculum.
