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Our science worksheets introduce kids to fun and interesting scientific topics such as the human brain, animal facts, ecosystems, physics, chemistry outer space, and more. Browse our collection of fun science worksheets and inspire a love of science in your child.
NZ Blood Service teaching resource which focuses on developing students' understanding of the cardiovascular / circulatory system - one of the body's most important systems - and how blood keeps our body going.
This online version of the book supports the implementation of Health and Physical Education in the New Zealand Curriculum (1999) by providing teachers with ideas for planning units of work to meet the identified learning needs of their students. Although the learning experiences present a teaching sequence, teachers are not expected to implement all the suggested activities or necessarily to follow the sequence suggested. To meet the learning needs of their students, teachers may use all or part of this book over a two-year cycle and may also select from activities designed for other year levels.
This online version of the book supports the implementation of Health and Physical Education in the New Zealand Curriculum (1999) by providing teachers with ideas for planning units of work to meet the identified learning needs of students. Although the learning experiences present a teaching sequence, teachers are not expected to implement all the suggested activities or necessarily to follow the sequence suggested. To meet the learning needs of their students, teachers may use all or parts of this book over a two- or three-year cycle and may also select from activities designed for other year levels.
The fun, easy, visual way for children to learn science! If you've been searching for a fun, easy, visual way to help children learn science, you've come to the right place. Our products include cartoons, animations, science colouring vooks, e-colouring books, science projects, activities, stories and printable science worksheets that help children learn and love science.
This digestive system animation explains the mammalian digestive system: the structure of the alimentary canal, working and its functions. The six primary processes of the digestive system include:
Ingestion of food
Kids health is a New Zealand site for parents with a range of information of health issues mainly aimed at weight of children. With a visual slideshow of the digestive system and a description on its function children can learn by seeing and reading.
Looking to burn some energy? This is a 20 minute workout designed for kids to elevate their heart rate while having some fun (although adults are welcome too!). We start with a simple 1 minute warm up, followed by 3 rounds of high energy activity.
Get your kids moving with this super fun workout. March it out in between super fun moves to get that heart rate up
There are plenty of resources here with Lesson plans and Unit plans to support learning around nourishing kai.
Kid’s health is designed for parents of young children who want all the answers. Keeping your children healthy as they grow and develop from a new born through to their teens.
Kid’s Health is an interactive tool to engage and educate children in their own health and wellbeing. Designed for children over 5.
We aim to give you the tools to make the best health choices for you. Here's whatyou'll find on KidsHealth.org:
Gathering together many different perspectives on kaupapa Māori veganism or plant-based kai and ethics is just a starting point for University of Canterbury (UC) Ngata Centenary Doctoral Scholar Kirsty Dunn.
GEIGERFILM 3D Flight & Motion simulation video. A virtual reality Ridevideo: Journey trough the human body!
Sample inquiry questions and links to a range of curriculum areas
Sample inquiry questions and a links to a range of curriculum areas
An Inquiry cycle for action on health & wellbeing
The big picture ideas behind healthy food and activity choices in schools.From the National Heart Foundation
What to look for, what to measure, what to change
Why do we need hydration? Water is the main substance in our bodies, making up more than 50% of a person’s body weight, and it’s directly involved in every biochemical reaction in each cell in our body. Find more videos at http://osms.it/more.