The NT hunting for health challenge lesson pack (2005)

Description

The Northern Territory hunting for health challenge lesson pack consists of a variety of lesson plans designed for the various year levels within primary school. Each focuses on making healthy food choices and taking regular physical activity as a means of preventing lifestyle diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, in later life.

The aims of the Northern Territory hunting for health challenge are to:

• develop an appreciation for maintaining a healthy body
• recognise the risk factors that can increase chances of developing lifestyle related diseases
• identify the risk factors that can be modified
• identify illnesses that are considered lifestyle disease
• make informed decisions based on practical activities that relate to diet and physical activity
• develop an understanding that the lifestyle decisions made each day can have an impact on future health.

Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet abstract

Contact details

Nutrition and Physical Activity Program
Department of Health and Community Services
PO Box 40596
Casuarina NT 0811
Physical activity section
Ph: (08) 8985 8025
Nutrition section
Ph: (08) 8985 8021

Links

• View resource: The NT hunting for health challenge lesson pack

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