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Open Wide and Trek Inside (Grades 1-2) - Free standards-based curriculum that focuses on the science of the oral environment, and major scientific concepts relating to oral health. (Publication No. 00-4869) (Office of Science Education and National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research)
http://science-education.nih.gov/customers.nsf/ESDental?OpenForm&CS_21
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Elementary Outreach Program at the NCI-Frederick - The Elementary Outreach Program provides the opportunity for elementary school students to receive supplemental science training through hands-on experiences. The program is supported by the NCI-Frederick and its' system of support contractors who have entered into a formal partnership agreement with the Frederick County Public School System. (National Cancer Institute)
http://web.ncifcrf.gov/campus/outreach/eop/
Asthma Awareness - Developed for use with elementary school children, these lessons are easily integrated into a comprehensive health education curriculum and/or into science as it relates to body systems and the environment. (National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute)
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/prof/lung/asthma/school/index.htm
Asthma & Physical Activity in the School - An easy-to-read booklet is a perfect companion for teachers and coaches who want to help students with asthma participate in sports and physical activities. Covers the causes of asthma, symptoms of an asthma attack, how to avoid and control asthma triggers, how to help students who take medications, and how to modify activities to match children's current asthma status. Also includes a reproducible student asthma action card. (National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute)
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/lung/asthma/phy_asth.htm
Brain Power! The NIDA Junior Scientist Program (Grades 2-3) - online version - Science education materials for second- and third-grade students on the brain and the effects of drugs on the brain. The curriculum consists of six modules. The goal of the curriculum is to lay the foundation for future scientific learning and substance abuse prevention efforts by providing an early elementary school-age audience with a basis of knowledge and critical thinking skills. (National Institute on Drug Abuse)
http://www.drugabuse.gov/JSP/JSP.html
Brain Power! The NIDA Junior Scientist Program (Grades 4-5) - online version - Science education materials for fourth and fifth grade students on the brain and the effects of drugs on the brain. The curriculum consists of six modules. The goal of the curriculum is to lay the foundation for future scientific learning and substance abuse prevention efforts by providing an early elementary school-age audience with a basis of knowledge and critical thinking skills. (National Institute on Drug Abuse)
http://www.nida.nih.gov/JSP3/JSP.html
Brain Power! The NIDA Junior Scientist Program (Grades K-1) - online version - Science education materials for kindergarten and first grade students on the brain and the effects of drugs on the brain. The curriculum consists of five modules. The goal of the curriculum is to lay the foundation for future scientific learning and substance abuse prevention efforts by providing an early elementary school-age audience with a basis of knowledge and critical thinking skills. (National Institute on Drug Abuse)
http://www.nida.nih.gov/JSP2/JSP.html
Children's Eye Safety Calendar (PDF) - (17" x 11") Download this fun, colorful calendar. Children will enjoy reading fun facts about eyes and eye injuries, as well as sports trivia. This calendar is a great way to teach school-aged children about preventing sports-related eye injuries and the need for protective eyewear. (National Eye Institute)
http://isee.nei.nih.gov/pdf/HVM_Calendar_tagged.pdf
Choosemyplate.gov - A new generation icon with the intent to prompt consumers to think about building a healthy plate at meal times and to seek more information to help them do tha. The new MyPlate icon emphasizes the fruit, vegetable, grains, protein and dairy food groups. (U.S. Department of Agriculture)
http://www.choosemyplate.gov/
Don't Harm Yourself - Online parent guide about three commonly abused drugs: inhalants, tobacco, and marijuana. It provides factual information about the dangers of drug use as well as anti-drug activities that are designed for families. (National Institute on Drug Abuse)
http://www.drugabuse.gov/dontharm/page1/dontharm1.html

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