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Family HealthThe Lawrence Hall of Science, in collaboration with the UC School of Public Health, Center for Community Wellness, develops and disseminates exciting hands-on health science activities and follow-up materials related to nutrition and growth, respiratory health, mental health and the brain, and disease prevention to participating schools in the Bay Area. Family Health works with parents, teens, teachers and health professionals to build partnerships within the community through conferences, workshops and family events. Family Health receives UCB Chancellor's 2004 Community Partnership Award
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FAMILY HEALTH materials and activities related to nutrition, heart fitness, and lifestyle issues are interactive and can easily be taught by parents, youth and teachers in community settings and classrooms. Check these out! |
From the introduction Sample Activities |
New! Teen Theatre These theatre-based activities address current social, scientific, and health issues for teenagers. Blending theatrical, environmental, and other educational strategies to engage diverse teens, these proven and tested techniques let teens create their own memorable learning experience. Developed for adults who work with teenagers, Teen Theatre: Recipes for Success is a step-by-step guide of how to involved teens in theatrical games, script writing, and research in a workshop setting. These activities help teens develop leadership and communication skills; self-esteem; respect for diverse points of view; and how to judge what is, and isn't, healthy risk-taking. If you are interested in purchasing a copy of the handbook, you may order it online or, email us at pstorrs@uclink.berkeley.edu. |
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TEAMS Theatre performances in which secondary school students present skits and demonstrations featuring health issues of high interest to students and families in school and community settings. |
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The Medical Mystery Festival that
draws children and adults through a series of engaging hands-on activities
that simulate medical investigations. Fifteen participating schools
and community groups have trial-tested this festival. Bring the Medical
Mystery Festival to your school or community: |
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School activities that teach children and families science principles related to health, decision-making skills that promote healthy choices, and leadership skills that promote participation in healthy activities. Check out some of our partner school events at:
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The Family Health Conference
invites teachers, parents, child care providers, and other adults
to explore hands-on health science activities designed for children
ages 4-11. For more information, contact
Mary Connolly at (510) 643-5537 or mcc@uclink4.berkeley.edu |
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Family Health Fun Day Events feature activities that celebrate science and present important health and science concepts in a fun , hands-on manner for parents and their children! For more information, contact Mary Connolly at (510) 643-5537 or mcc@uclink4.berkeley.edu |
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Dissemination of the Guide and its Spanish version, La Guía del Bienestar, which highlights health information and resources for schools and participating community groups. |
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Health Web Sites: Check out these web sites for health information and activities for kids, parents and teachers. |
| Columbia University- LiFE (Linking Food and the Environment) Curriculum Partnership. | |
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Expected outcomes of FAMILY HEALTH include:
For more information about FAMILY HEALTH, contact Mary Connolly at (510) 643-5537 or mcc@uclink4.berkeley.edu
FAMILY HEALTH: Explorations for Schools and Communities, is funded in part by:
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"Go
with the Flow" - Breathing Investigations
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