authorities

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I will report any emergency to the person in charge.

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parent(s)/caretaker(s)teacher(s)principalemergency services

Definition

People in charge.

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minor cuts/scrapes

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A minor scrape/cut can be treated with antiseptic cream and a bandage.

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antiseptic cream/lotionbandage

Definition

Minor injuries where the skin opening may bleed or drain a small amount of fluid.

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insect bites

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An insect bite can be treated with ice to reduce the pain and swelling and an antihistamine cream for itching.

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antihistamine creamallergic reaction epinephrine injector

Definition

stings and bites from insects

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minor burns

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A sunburn is an example of a minor burn.

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antibiotic ointmentdry gauze bandage pain-relieving medication

Definition

redness, slight swelling, and mild pain

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injury

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An example of an injury is cutting your finger when cutting up vegetables.

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cut fracturebruise biteburn sting

Definition

Harm to a person or thing

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minor cuts/scrapes

Student-Friendly Sentence

A minor scrape/cut can be treated with antiseptic cream and a bandage.

Word Study

antiseptic cream/lotionbandage

Definition

Minor injuries where the skin opening may bleed or drain a small amount of fluid.

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CCSS

insect bites

Student-Friendly Sentence

An insect bite can be treated with ice to reduce the pain and swelling and an antihistamine cream for itching.

Word Study

antihistamine creamallergic reaction epinephrine injector

Definition

stings and bites from insects

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CCSS

minor burns

Student-Friendly Sentence

A sunburn is an example of a minor burn.

Word Study

antibiotic ointmentdry gauze bandage pain-relieving medication

Definition

redness, slight swelling, and mild pain

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perishable

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Fresh vegetables and ripe fruits are perishable foods.

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spoildecay

Definition

Foods which may spoil, decay, or become unsafe to consume.

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nonperishable

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Canned vegetables and fruits are examples of nonperishable foods.

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canned goodscerealrice pasta

Definition

Foods that do not spoil or decay.

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spoilage

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An example of spoilage is a rotten tomato.

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rottendecaywaste

Definition

the process of going bad

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contamination

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Food that is spoiled should be thrown away.

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spoiledmold

Definition

something that has been made impure or spoiled

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Guidelines

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I follow guidelines to stay healthy.

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Definition

The directions to follow to be healthy.

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Synonyms:

RulesGuideInstruction

Nutrition

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Food provides nutrition for my body.

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Definition

Food

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Synonyms:

Diet Nourishment Menu

Exercise

Student-friendly sentence.

I exercise to stay healthy.

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Definition

Physical Activity

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Synonyms:

Work outPracticeTrainingStretch

Weight

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I maintain my weight by eating healthy and exercising.

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Definition

The number of pounds you are

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HeavyMassOver weightUnder weight

Health

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I am healthy when I exercise and eat a balanced diet.

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Definition

Physical and mental well-being

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Good conditionFitness

Nutritional Meal

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A nutritional meal includes protein, fruits, vegetables, diary and water.

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Definition

A portion of food that includes all the food groups.

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Synonyms:

My Plate

Grocery List

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I make a grocery list before I go shopping for my nutritional meal.

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Definition

The food we buy to eat.

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Synonyms:

ItemsFoodPurchase

Kitchen Appliances

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We use kitchen appliances to prepare and store food.

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Definition

The machines we use to prepare food.

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Synonyms:

Refrigerator ToasterMicrowave FreezerOven BlenderDishwasher

Preparing

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I prepare food in the kitchen with adult supervision.

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Definition

The way food is made.

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Food handling KnifeCutting SpoonCooking OvenBaking

Food Storage

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Proper food storage is important to keep leftovers safe to eat.

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Definition

How food is kept for later use.

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Tupperware Aluminum Food storage bags Saran WrapLeft overRefrigeration

Common Cold

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When I have a cold I should stay home from school.

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Definition

A virus in your lungs that causes sneezing and coughing.

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Fever

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When I have a fever I feel hot and tired.

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Definition

A high body temperature.

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Synonyms:

Burning upHotFlushChills

Headache

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When I have a headache I should ask for headache medicine.

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Definition

Pain in the head

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Stomach Ache

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When I have a stomach ache I should go to the bathroom.

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Definition

Pain in the tummy (stomach)

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VomitDiarrheaConstipation

Body Ache

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When I have body aches I should rest.

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Definition

When my back, neck and shoulders hurt.

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PainHurt

Disaster

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A disaster is very dangerous.

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Definition

A dangerous event that happens suddenly.

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Synonyms:

Accident TroubleBad newsCatastrophe

Accident

Student-friendly sentence

Call 911 when you see an accident.

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Definition

An event that happens without planning or preparation.

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Synonyms:

FlukeHazardMishap

Fire

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When there is a fire I should get out of the house.

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Definition

Burn

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Synonyms:CampfireHouse fireHeatFlameSmoke

Tornado

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When I see a tornado I should go to a room without windows.

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Definition

A wind storm on land

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Synonyms:

TyphoonCycloneFunnel stormTwister

Flood

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When there is a flood I should go to the top floor of the house.

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Definition

When there is too much water in lakes and rivers.

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Synonyms:

OverflowTsunamiWave

Winter Storm

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When there is a winter storm I should dress warm and stay home.

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Definition

A snow and ice storm.

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Synonyms:

BlizzardJack Frost

Hurricane

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When there is a hurricane I should go a room without windows.

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Definition:

A windstorm over or near water.

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Tropical stormCycloneMonsoon