Lesson 1: My healthy diary

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Lesson 1: My healthy diary

Learning objective

To understand and plan for a healthy lifestyle including physical activity, rest and diet.

Success criteria

I understand what a

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Mental wellbeing

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Recap and recall

Before starting this unit, you might want to check that the children can recall from previous Health and wellbeing units: What is meant by a balanced diet. What is meant by a growth mindset. That exercise is good for the body and the mind. That breathing exercises are a good technique for relaxation. That to…

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Adaptive teaching

Pupils needing extra support: Could list one main meal each day in the Activity: My healthy diary, rather than all food eaten; could draw pictures in the Activity: My healthy diary rather than writing.

Pupils working at greater depth: Should be encouraged to use a range of different foods and types of exercise in their healthy diaries; should describe the effects of different food groups on the body.

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Assessing progress and understanding

Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: Creating a healthy diary,

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Vocabulary definitions

balance

Having the right amount of different things to stay healthy and happy.
diet

The food and drink that you eat regularly.

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In this unit

Assessment - RSE & PSHE Y3: Health and wellbeing

Lesson 1: My healthy diary

Lesson 2: Relaxation: stretches

Lesson 3: Wonderful me

Lesson 4: My superpowers

Lesson 5: Resilience: breaking down barriers

Lesson 6: Communicating my feelings

Lesson 7: Diet and dental health

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Last update: 21st November, 2025

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