Friday, February 21, 2014

Human Growth


 
Human Body Growth in the Womb.
 
Coach Batista, Health HW, 5th & 6th grade.
 
Watch this video and answer the following questions on a separate sheet of paper. If you type this on a computer you get an extra 5 points. (This is posted on the blog with links to the video).
 
This assignment will be due on Thursday, February 27th .
 
 
1-      A human baby starts as how many cells?
2-      (fill in the blank, I gave you the first letter of the words). The unconscious cells develop into S…..  O……  and  B………
3-      What is the first part of the body that starts to be developed on a baby in the womb?
4-      How many brain cells will a baby have?
5-      Around minute 2.45 and 3.05  in the video, they say that cells have to match just perfectly with other cells, but the cells actually have no intelligence. In your opinion, how do the cells know where to go? (remember the cell have no intelligence).
6-      What is the second main organ that is developed in a baby?
7-      True or False, the length of all the babies veins could almost stretch out around the Earth?
8-      At about what week do the arms and legs start to grow in a baby?
9-      Why do some cells commit suicide?
10-   At about what week do the eyes start to develop?
11-   How can the cells develop into an ear if they don't even know sounds? Why does the baby develop like that?
12-   In your opinion, were humans created by designed or evolution?  (feel free to express your true opinion, and also be ready to respect the opinion of others on this subject).
 

Friday, February 14, 2014

Internet Safety HW

Internet Safety
 
Coach Batista, Health HW, 5th & 6th grade.
 
Watch this video and answer the following questions on a separate sheet of paper. If you type this on a computer you get an extra 5 points. (This is posted on the blog with links to the video).
 
This assignment will be due on Thursday, February 20th .
 
 
 
1-      What is the big tip #1 about internet safety?
2-      Why is that important?
3-      When it comes to social media, like Facebook, what should you do to increase your internet safety?
4-      What is tip #2 about internet safety?
5-      How many people are on social media websites?
6-      How many of those people post personal information online?
7-      Why is that a problem?
8-      What's tip #3?
9-      What is the advice given about text messages and phone calls from strangers? Why is that a good idea?
10-    What does it mean to get your account "hacked" ? (this is not on the video).
11-   What are some steps a person should take in case their account is hacked?
12-   What does it mean to back up your files? Why is that important?
 
 
13-   Next watch the video below and write a short paragraph explaining what are the mistakes done by the girl on the video? What advice would you give her?
 
 

Friday, February 7, 2014

First Aid HW

First Aid
 
Coach Batista, Health HW, 5th & 6th grade.
 
Watch this video and answer the following questions on a separate sheet of paper. If you type this on a computer you get an extra 5 points. (This is posted on the blog with links to the video).
 
This assignment will be due on Thursday, February 13th .
 
 
 
1-      What is First Aid?
2-      First aid includes what kind of injuries?
3-      What are the three important lessons in First Aid?
4-      In order to stay safe, spot/find five dangers in the Kitchen cartoon.
5-      In case of a broken bone, what are the key steps to help the injured person?
6-      How do we assess a stomach ache? Give examples.
7-      What are the steps to treat bleeding?
8-      What is compression?
9-      How should you treat a burn?
10-   How should you treat a bleeding nose?
11-   When should you seek medical advice for a nose bleed?
 
This next link will give you a series of six short videos on first aid.
 
12-   How do you help a person with asthma attack?
13-   How do you help a person who is unconscious? What are the key signs to look for? What should you do?
14-   How do you help a person who is chocking?
15-   Have you ever performed first aid on a person?
16-   Memorize your phone number and your address in Brasilia to practice an emergency phone call during class.
 
 
 

Friday, January 31, 2014

Emergency procedures HW

Emergency procedures on campus…
 
What should you do in case of an EMERGENCY?  
 
Watch this video and answer the following questions on a separate sheet of paper. If you type this on a computer you get an extra 5 points. (This is posted on the blog with links to the video at www.coachbatista.blogspot.com ).
 
This assignment will be due on Thursday, February 6th.
 
 
 
1-      What are three important reminders in an emergency situation?  (this is in the very beginning of the video).
2-      During a fire emergency, if a person is not able to use the stairs, what should they do?
3-      In case of a tornado, what are two important steps to do? And where should you go? Why?
4-      Is it ok to leave the building once the alert siren is turned off?
5-      In case of a tornado emergency, when can you leave the building?
6-      In case you are dealing with an aggressive person, what are three important things you should do?
7-      What should you do in case of a medical emergency?
8-      Where should you take the injured person?
9-      What is the purpose of a "containment drill" or a "lock down" ? Describe one situation when this may be necessary.
10-   What happens during a "lock down"? (Describe the procedures/ steps shown in the video).
11-   True or False, during a lock down (according to the video) you are allowed to go outside.
12-   True or False, during a lock down (according BIS rules) you are allowed to go outside.
13-   True or False, it's better to go outside first and it check out, then come back into the building to help your friends.
14-   Where should you go during a lock down? (what kind of room).
15-   When can you come out of the "safe shelter" ?
16-   Have you or anyone in your family ever been on an emergency situation? Describe you story.
 
To discuss in class:
-          What should you do in case someone is trying to rob you?
-          What should you do in case someone is trying to take you or grab you by force?
-          Practice emergency phone call.
 

Thursday, January 23, 2014

Safety at Home, HW assignment.


 Preventing Fatal Home accidents.
 
Watch this video and answer the following questions on a separate sheet of paper. If you type this on a computer you get an extra 5 points. (This is posted on the blog with links to the video). This assignment will be due on Thursday, January 30th.
 
 
 
1-      What is a fatal accident? (this answer is not on the video, use a dictionary)
2-      These fatal accidents at home affect mostly what kinds of people?  (Babies, Children, Adults or Elderly?).
3-      What are the 5 most fatal home accidents?
4-      Falls are responsible for about how many injury deaths?
5-      How can you reduce the risk of tripping around your house?
6-      How can you reduce the risk of slipping around your house?
7-      How can you reduce the risk of accidents on stairs?
8-      What are some tips for using ladders safely?
9-      Why is lighting important?
10-   People at what age are most likely to have an accident with poisoning?
11-   List at least three actions to reduce risk of poisoning.
12-   What is the third leading cause of death in a home?
13-   List three actions to reduce the risk of fires at home.
14-   Why is it important to have an escape plan and a meeting spot?
15-   What are some tips for reducing risks of choking while swallowing?
16-   What are some objects that small children can grab and choke themselves around the house? What should we do with such objects?
17-   Name two important safety recommendations for water safety.
18-   Why do they recommend toilet safety locks?
19-   Based on what you've learn, what can you do at your home to improve safety?
 

Friday, December 6, 2013

Fire Safety HW


 Fire Safety, Health Class 5th & 6th, Coach Batista.
 
Watch this video and answer the following questions on a separate sheet of paper. Please be organized and type your paper or write neatly.
 
(this is also posted on the blog).
 
1.    What is the answer to the ritle, the device that warns you about fire ?
2.    How often should we check the smoke alarms? Why?
3.    How often do we need to replace smoke alarms ?
4.    What is the name of the invisible gas that is dangerous?
5.    How do we know if there is carbon monoxide in the house?
6.    What is an escape plan?
7.    How many exits do you need for a good escape plan? Why?
8.    Why do you need a "meeting place" for your escape plan?
9.    Should you use an elevator if there is a fire? Why?
10.  Why should you "feel" the door during a fire emergency?
11.  If there is smoke in your house what should you do? Why?
12. How many toys or important items should you carry with you when there is a fire in your house?
13. Complete the sentence…
a.    "Fire is scary, but don't cry, best thing is to get                " . 
14.  In the United States, what is the phone number to call for help in case of an emergency? What is the number to call for an emergency in Brazil? Hint, the Brazil info is not this video, but you can find it on a phone book or on the internet. Also Brazil has three different emergency numbers... what are they?
a.    USA emergency number?
b.    Brazil police emergency?
c.    Brazil medical emergency?
d.    Brazil fire emergency?
15. When you call an emergency number, what are the three things you need to know?
16.  Matches should not be left out on tables or just around the house. Why?
17. Where should matches be stored? Why?
18. What are you supposed to do if your closes are on fire? Hint, three simple steps.
19.  Bonus: Why is it a bad idea to run if your clothes are on fire?
20.  Give two examples of how people can easily get burned at home.
21. What should they do if they can burned? Why?
22. Bonus: Little kids think firefighters look scary when they put on their gear and helmet. Why could this be a problem?
23. Complete the sentence :  "We should keep things that can…….. .. away from things that are ……….."
24. Why should adults stay in the kitchen while something is cooking?
25.  What are some things that YOU can do to improve fire safety in YOUR home?
 
 
  
 
 

Tuesday, November 26, 2013

No HW this week (11/26/13)

  Dear students due to the Thanksgiving holiday we will not have health class this week, nor any HW for this week. Please check your status on Engrade and turn in any late assignments you may have as soon as possible! 
 Enjoy the long weekend, be safe, be healthy and be active.
- your favorite PE teacher, 
Coach Batista