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SugarByHalf - Meet Your Kidneys

PrimaryYear 3 - 4EnglishMathematicsScienceHealth and Physical EducationHealthSocialMental HealthPhysical Health

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This HPE and Science unit is designed to teach Year 3 and 4 students about the difference between naturally occurring sugars and added sugars in foods, the impact of consuming too much sugar on our health, particularly our kidneys, and how to make healthy choices. The lessons cover topics such as recognising foods containing added sugars, the role of kidneys in filtering our blood, dental hygiene, hydration, mindfulness, and the differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes. The unit includes hands-on activities, experiments, and quizzes to engage students and deepen their understanding of the effects of sugar on our bodies.

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Explicit instruction on the topic, increasing in complexity and breadth of knowledge.

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    SugarByHalf - Sugar Mythbusters
    PrimaryYear 3 - 4ScienceHealth and Physical EducationHealth
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    SugarByHalf - Sugar and Your Mouth
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    SugarByHalf - Healthy Wee Healthy Me
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    SugarByHalf - Data Crunchers And Data Munchers
    PrimaryYear 3 - 4Health and Physical EducationHealthSocial

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