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Course Plan: Wellness for Grade 7

Course Introduction

Welcome to the "Wellness for Grade 7" course! This course is designed to help students understand the various dimensions of wellness, including physical, emotional, social, intellectual, spiritual, and environmental health. Over the course of 30 lessons, students will explore different aspects of wellness and develop practical skills and habits to enhance their overall well-being.

Course Goals

Course Aims

Course Modules

Module 1: Understanding Wellness

Lesson 1: Introduction to Wellness

Brief Lesson: Discussion of the concept of wellness and its dimensions.
Activity: Create a personal Wellness Wheel by dividing a circle into sections representing each dimension of wellness and filling them with personal goals.

Lesson 2: The Dimensions of Wellness

Brief Lesson: Overview of the eight dimensions: physical, emotional, social, intellectual, spiritual, environmental, occupational, and financial.
Activity: Group activity to create posters for each dimension, highlighting key facts and tips.

Lesson 3: Self-Reflection in Wellness

Brief Lesson: The importance of self-reflection in understanding personal wellness.
Activity: Write a reflection piece on current wellness status and areas for improvement.

Module 2: Physical Wellness

Lesson 4: Nutrition Basics

Brief Lesson: Introduction to nutrition, food groups, and balanced meals.
Activity: Create a healthy meal plan for a day, ensuring it includes all food groups.

Lesson 5: The Importance of Hydration

Brief Lesson: Discuss the role of water in the body and daily hydration needs.
Activity: Measure water intake for a week and chart it.

Lesson 6: Physical Activity and Exercise

Brief Lesson: The benefits of regular physical activity and recommended guidelines.
Activity: Create a weekly exercise plan that includes various activities.

Module 3: Emotional Wellness

Lesson 7: Understanding Emotions

Brief Lesson: Explore different emotions and their expressions.
Activity: Emotion wheel: use colors to express current feelings.

Lesson 8: Stress Management Techniques

Brief Lesson: Introduction to stress and methods to manage it.
Activity: Practice mindfulness or breathing exercises in class.

Lesson 9: Building Resilience

Brief Lesson: The importance of resilience and strategies to build it.
Activity: Share personal experiences of overcoming challenges in small groups.

Module 4: Social Wellness

Lesson 10: Healthy Relationships

Brief Lesson: Discuss characteristics of healthy friendships and boundaries.
Activity: Role-play scenarios on setting boundaries in friendships.

Lesson 11: Communication Skills

Brief Lesson: The importance of effective communication and active listening.
Activity: Partner up for a communication exercise focused on listening and feedback.

Lesson 12: Teamwork and Collaboration

Brief Lesson: Understanding the value of teamwork and cooperation.
Activity: Complete a group challenge that requires collaboration and communication.

Module 5: Intellectual Wellness

Lesson 13: Critical Thinking Skills

Brief Lesson: Overview of critical thinking and its importance.
Activity: Solve a brain teaser in groups and discuss thought processes.

Lesson 14: Lifelong Learning

Brief Lesson: Discuss the value of continuous learning.
Activity: Create a "learning goals" list of new skills or subjects to explore.

Lesson 15: Reading and Writing for Wellness

Brief Lesson: Importance of literacy in wellness.
Activity: Start a wellness journal to express thoughts and feelings regularly.

Module 6: Spiritual Wellness

Lesson 16: Understanding Spirituality

Brief Lesson: Different interpretations of spirituality and its role in wellness.
Activity: Create a personal "spirituality map" that reflects beliefs and practices.

Lesson 17: Mindfulness and Meditation

Brief Lesson: The benefits of mindfulness and meditation.
Activity: Participate in a guided meditation session.

Lesson 18: Gratitude Practices

Brief Lesson: Discuss how gratitude affects mental health.
Activity: Start a gratitude journal, writing three things to be grateful for each day.

Module 7: Environmental Wellness

Lesson 19: Understanding Environmental Impact

Brief Lesson: Discuss how personal choices affect the environment.
Activity: Create a "green checklist" for actions to take in daily life.

Lesson 20: Nature and Wellness

Brief Lesson: Explore the benefits of spending time in nature.
Activity: Plan a nature walk and document observations about the surroundings.

Lesson 21: Environmental Stewardship

Brief Lesson: The importance of personal responsibility for the environment.
Activity: Organize a class clean-up day in a local park.

Module 8: Occupational and Financial Wellness

Lesson 22: Career Exploration

Brief Lesson: Discuss various career choices and their relation to wellness.
Activity: Research a desired career and present the findings to the class.

Lesson 23: Basics of Financial Literacy

Brief Lesson: Introduction to budgeting and saving.
Activity: Create a simple budget for a hypothetical income.

Lesson 24: Work-Life Balance

Brief Lesson: Explore the concept of work-life balance.
Activity: Discuss as a class what a healthy balance looks like in different scenarios.

Module 9: Synthesis of Wellness

Lesson 25: Creating a Personal Wellness Plan

Brief Lesson: Introduce the components of a holistic wellness plan.
Activity: Draft a personal wellness plan incorporating goals from various dimensions.

Lesson 26: Implementing Healthy Changes

Brief Lesson: Discuss strategies for making sustainable changes.
Activity: Share plans with a partner and provide constructive feedback.

Lesson 27: Overcoming Barriers to Wellness

Brief Lesson: Identify common barriers to wellness and how to address them.
Activity: Group brainstorm on overcoming specific barriers.

Module 10: Evaluation and Reflection

Lesson 28: Reflecting on the Wellness Journey

Brief Lesson: Revisiting learning from the course and personal growth.
Activity: Write a letter to your future self about your wellness journey.

Lesson 29: Sharing Success Stories

Brief Lesson: Discuss the importance of sharing experiences.
Activity: Create a class anthology of success stories focusing on wellness goals achieved.

Lesson 30: Final Wellness Celebration

Brief Lesson: Celebration of learning and achievements in the course.
Activity: Host a wellness fair where students showcase their wellness projects and personal plans.

Conclusion

Through this course, students will have the opportunity to explore every dimension of wellness comprehensively. By engaging in thoughtful discussions, hands-on activities, and reflective practices, they are well-equipped to lead healthier and more balanced lives. Let's embark on this wellness journey together!