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Unit outcomes
Pupils who are secure will be able to:
- Describe the role of different food groups in keeping us healthy.
- Explain why eating a variety of foods matters.
- Name activities that help them stay active at school and at home.
- Explain how being active helps their bodies stay strong and healthy.
- Explain the importance of diet and hydration in maintaining energy levels.
- Identify behaviours that can positively and negatively affect energy levels.
- Describe simple signs of emotional or mental health challenges using familiar vocabulary.
- Explain why asking for help is important.
- Describe the difference between a fixed and growth mindset.
- Recognise how helping others can make them feel good.
Suggested prior learning
My healthy self: How can I take care of my mind and body?
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Teacher video: My healthy self overview
Y4 Introductory lesson: Setting rules for RSE & PSHE lessons
Lesson 1: What is a balanced diet and why does having one matter?
Lesson 2: How can being active help my mind and body?
Lesson 3: How can I keep my energy up throughout the day?
Lesson 4: How can I get support for myself or others?
Lesson 5: How can I respond when things feel hard?
Lesson 6: Why is helping others good for me too?
Key skills
Key skills
- Describing various personal ways
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Key knowledge
To know:
- Sleep, hobbies, exercise
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Key vocabulary
active (Y1/2)
balanced diet (Y3/4)
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Equipment list
Equipment needed across all lessons in this unit.
This list does not include equipment which is usually readily available in the classroom (e.g pencils, A4 paper etc)
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Quantities marked × will update. Items without quantities are unaffected
- Wonder box ×1
- Cones 12
- Hoops 8
- Bean bags 30
- Large balls 6
- Spoons 6
- Stopwatch 1
- A2 sugar paper ×8
The equipment below is optional
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Tape or string to mark lines on the floor or desks
- Card ×30
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Unit resources
Knowledge organiser – RSE & PSHE Y4: My healthy self: How can I make healthy choices?
Aimed at pupils, a single page which gives key facts and definitions from the unit 'How can I make healthy…
Vocabulary display – RSE & PSHE Y4: How can I make healthy choices?
A display version of the vocabulary from the unit 'How can I make healthy choices?'.
Unit resource: LKS2 Emotions and feelings
A poster showing the six main emotions and associated feelings.
Cross-curricular opportunities
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My healthy self: How can I support my mind and body as I grow?
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