Grades 3-5 ProgramsPreschool - Grade 2 Programs Grades 6-8 Programs Grades 9-12 Programs

Powerful ChoicesGeared for the high school audience. The program offers straightforward information about the physical, legal and mental consequences of drug use.

Health GLCE: 2.1, 2.2, 2.5, 2.7, 2.8

The Incredible Human BodyCovers the structure, function and componentsof the body’s major systems.

Health GLCE: Sixth = 5.1 / Seventh & Eighth = 5.1, 5.2, 5.4, 5.5, 5.7Science GLCE: L.OL.07.21, L.OL.07.21. L.OL.07.21, L.OL.07.24

You Are What You EatNutrition basics and how to make healthyfood choices.

Health GLCE:Sixth = 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.7Seventh & Eighth = 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5

Just The FactsCovers the physical changes that occur with puberty, positive aspects of abstinence and “safe” activitiesto do with friends.

Health GLCE: Sixth = 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.5, 7.7, 7.9Seventh & Eighth = 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.8

Decisions - It’s Up To YouEmphasizes the dangers of drugs and the importance of making wise decisions for the future.

Health GLCE: Sixth = 2.1, 2.2, 2.4, 2.5, 2.8, 2.12, 2.13, 2.14Seventh & Eighth = 2.1, 2.3, 2.4, 2.6, 2.7

How Your Body WorksAn overview of major body systems and how tokeep them safe and healthy.

Health GLCE: Fourth = 1.1, 1.3, 1.4 / Fifth = 1.2, 1.2, 1.4

Science GLCE: L.OL.05.41, L.OL.05.42

Bodies In MotionStudents are separated by gender for this program, designed to prepare them for the upcoming physical and emotional changes that occur with puberty.

Health GLCE: Fourth = 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6Fifth = 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9

Drugs: Choice or Chance?Game show format discussing various drugs andhow they can harm the body.

Health GLCE: Third = 2.1, 2.2, 2.5, 2.8, 2.9Fourth = 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.8Fifth = 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.7, 2.8, 2.11, 2.13, 2.14

Focus of ControlCreates an awareness about the seriousnessof bullying and harassment and appropriate ways to respond.

Health GLCE: Fourth = 4.1, 4.3, 4.4, 4.9, 4.10, 4.11, 4.12

Disease Preventation – HIV/AIDSDiscussion of germs, immunesystem and HIV/AIDS.

Health GLCE: Fourth = 5.1, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4Fifth = 5.3, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4

Keys To HealthA puppet show that teaches participants key ways to stay healthy: sleep, nutrition, exercise and a positive attitude.

Health GLCE: Kindergarten = 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.4, 5.1, 5.2, 5.6First = 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 5.1, 5.2 Second = 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 4.2, 4.9, 4.10Science GLCE: L.OL.01.13

Inside YouFocuses on the five senses and ways to keep the body healthy.

Science GLCE: S.IP.00.11, S.IP.01.11, S.IP.02.11S.IA.00.13, S.IP.01.13, S.IP.02.13

Stranger DangerTeaches important personal safety guidelines including how to say “No” to strangers and the difference between “good” and “bad” touch.

Health GLCE: Kindergarten = 3.3, 3.4, 3.12First = 3.7 / Second = 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.7, 3.8

All About Me (1st and 2nd Grade Only)Introduces body systems and ways to keepthem healthy.

Health GLCE: First = 2.4, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 Second = 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 5.1Science GLCE: L.OL.01.13

Safe & Healthy (K-2nd grade only)Good habit reminders: hand washing, tooth brushing, seat belts, safety gear and avoiding poisons are all covered.

Health GLCE: Kindergarten = 2.1, 2.2, 2.4, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5First = 2., 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 / Second = 5.1

Healthy Kids (Pre Only)This 30 minute program covers hand washing, seat belts, helmets, nutrition, exercise and tooth brushing.

Stuffie & Me (Pre and K Only)Introduces the human body with STUFFIE, our nine-foot tall doll that unzips with removable giant organs.

Health GLCE: Kindergarten = 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5, 5.6Science GLCE: L.OL.00.11

Michigan Grade Level Content Expectations (GLCE) in Health and Science that are met by the programs are listed below each grade level.

School Assembly Programs

Scrubbadubbaveggiethinkercising 1 & 2GRADES K - 2A high energy, interactive, game-show style assembly, incorporates healthy food choices, exercise, hygiene and the importance of sleep. With the aid of humor, audience participation and powerful visual aids students will learn:

Why we need five different types of food each day

The difference between an “anytime” food and a “sometimes” food

What exercise is and why our body needs it

Ways to keep moving all year around

Proper hand washing techniques

The importance of sleep

GRADES 3 - 5Incorporates all the concepts of K - 2 assembly in addition to the dangers of smoking.

Health Exploration Station: Program Descriptions

Programs indicated with are OutreachPrograms and can be brought to your location, call for details.

Come to Us... Or We Can Come to You!For Reservations: Online at healthexplorationstation.com or call 734-398-7518

“What Parents Want to Know” Programs are offeredindividually and can be sponsored by organizations to

bring them to other locations. For dates and timescall 734-398-7518 or visit stjoeshealth.org

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Drugs 101:What Parents Want to KnowAn informative and educational program for adults to learn about the signs, symptoms and current trends of teen drug use. A highlight of this program is a mock teen’s bedroom set-up for adults to observe and attempt to identify the obvious and not-so-obvious drug related paraphernalia. (Two hours, adults only)

Participants gain:

Facts about trends in teen drug useTools to identify potential teen drug use

Skills to engage kids in conversation

Sex Education 101: What Parents Want to KnowDesigned to empower parents with information, resources and tools to give their child age-appropriate “sex education” information from infancy through the teenage years.(90 minutes, adults only)

Participants will:

Understand how and why sex education begins at infancyLearn key concepts to address at each ageHear great conversation startersGet tips for the “big talk” Take home a thorough resource list

Scout ProgramsScout programs are designed to supplement badge

requirements and are age specific.

Tiger, Wolf, Bear, Daisy & BrownieGrade K-3rd

Five SensesCovers the function of the five senses.

Be Safe Covers fire prevention, bike safety and

responding to emergencies.

My BodyAn overview of major body systems.

Webelo & Junior ScoutsGrades 4 - 6

Body & FitnessAn overview of four major body systems.

NutritionTeaches the importance of healthy food choices.

First AidTeaches basic first aid for cuts, burns, choking,

sprains and splinters.

Drug SmartTeaches the effects drugs have on the body.

Bodies In MotionDesigned to prepare young ladies for

upcoming physical and emotional changesthat occur with puberty.

Programs with this symbol are Outreach Programsand can be brought to your location, call for details.

Programs for Parents / Organizations

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St. Joseph Mercy Health Exploration StationFor Reservations Call or Visit:

734-398-7518healthexplorationstation.com

located inside St. Joseph Mercy Canton1600 S. Canton Center Road, Canton, MI 48188

Family Fun Days The Health Exploration Station Exhibit Gallery

is open to the public for individuals and families.

Fourth Thursday of each month10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

$2/adult and $1/child

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