Health6-8
The $20 Health Challenge
By Al C.
This 10-question packet challenges 7th graders to make impactful health decisions with a limited budget. Students will work in teams to prioritize physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being, fostering critical thinking and decision-making skills.
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Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use as a 45-minute whole-class or small-group activity to explore health priorities.
- Discussion question: How did your team balance physical, mental/emotional, and social health within the budget?
- Scaffold for struggling students: Provide a pre-filled example shopping cart or a list of items that are essential for each health category.
- Extension for advanced students: Have students research the actual cost of the items they chose and compare it to the budget.
- Estimated time: 45-60 minutes.
Health6-8
The $20 Health Challenge
By Al C.
This 10-question packet challenges 7th graders to make impactful health decisions with a limited budget. Students will work in teams to prioritize physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being, fostering critical thinking and decision-making skills.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use as a 45-minute whole-class or small-group activity to explore health priorities.
- Discussion question: How did your team balance physical, mental/emotional, and social health within the budget?
- Scaffold for struggling students: Provide a pre-filled example shopping cart or a list of items that are essential for each health category.
- Extension for advanced students: Have students research the actual cost of the items they chose and compare it to the budget.
- Estimated time: 45-60 minutes.