Lesson Plan
Heart Health Framework
Students will identify and practice heart-healthy nutrition and exercise habits through collaborative games and guided discussions, then commit to a personal pledge to support cardiovascular wellness.
Empowering 8th graders with knowledge and hands-on practice of heart-healthy behaviors builds lifelong habits, supports Tier 2 intervention by reinforcing positive choices, and strengthens both individual and group well-being.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Heart Rate Check
5 minutes
Step 2
Main Activity: Cardio Relay
15 minutes
Step 3
Discussion: Healthy Habit Debate
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflection & Take-Home Pledge
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Heroes of the Heart
Session Objectives
Heart Anatomy
How Your Heart Works
Heart-Healthy Nutrition
Heart-Healthy Exercise
Cardio Relay Game Instructions
Healthy Habit Debate
Reflection & Take-Home Pledge
Thank You & Next Steps

Game


Discussion

