Transform your large room into a “festival” of hands-on learning stations and learn all about medical science and health. Be a “doctor-detective” and solve medical mysteries by diagnosing a pretend patient’s sickness. Gather information about patients and learn about yourself — listen to your heart, measure your breath flow, practice brushing giant teeth, test your eyesight and more. Learn about the tests doctors and nurses use to track down causes of people’s ailments.
HCPS III – Benchmarks
Science:
SC.2.1.2 Conduct a simple investigation using a systematic process safely to test a prediction.
Health:
HE.K-2.1.3: Describe the benefits associated with a healthy diet.
HE.K-2.1.5: Describe how individuals can promote and protect their own health.
HE.K-2.1.8: Describe the signs and symptoms of common illness and strategies one can use to avoid spreading or catching illnesses.
HE.3-5.1.3: Explain the importance of a healthy diet as part of a healthy lifestyle.
Program Requirements
Set-Up Time: 3 hours
Session Duration: 30mins
Time Between Sessions: 15mins
Breakdown Time: 1 hour
Location: Cafeteria, gymnasium, large library or multi-purpose room
SCHOOL MUST PROVIDE:
-16 tables (6-8 feet in length)
-Access to a large sink
-Access to power outlets
-18 adult volunteers (parents, teachers or high school students)
-Must be present 45 minutes before program starts for training purposes
-5 volunteers are required for set-up/breakdown, but as many as possible is ideal