State of New Jersey Department of Education

STANDARD 2.2 (INTEGRATED SKILLS) by Grade 2

Strands with Cumulative Progress Indicators

A. Communication

  1. Identify sources of health information.
  2. Express ideas and opinions about wellness issues.
  3. Explain when and how to use refusal skills in health and safety situations.
  4. Demonstrate effective communication and listening skills.

B. Decision Making

  1. Explain the steps to making an effective health decision.
  2. Discuss how parents, peers, and the media influence health decisions.

C. Planning and Goal Setting

  1. Develop a wellness goal and explain why setting a goal is important.

D. Character Development

  1. Explain that a person’s character and values are reflected in the way the person thinks, feels, and acts.

E. Leadership, Advocacy, and Service

  1. Act as a leader and a follower.
  2. Identify factors that lead to group success and help solve group problems.
  3. Motivate group members to work together and provide constructive feedback.
  4. Demonstrate respect for varying ideas and opinions.
  5. Participate in a class or school service activity and explain how volunteering enhances self-esteem.

F. Health Services and Careers

  1. Discuss how community helpers and healthcare workers contribute to personal and community wellness.
  2. Explain when and how to seek help when feeling ill, scared, sad, lonely, or bullied.