Health Education -- Titles and Descriptions: E

Titles and Descriptions - E

The Eagle Kite (Print-Fiction). Fox, Paula. Orchard Bks., Inc. (LRDC/DOU), 1995. 127 p. Order no. 8300 ($20.45 hdc.). (DOU) - ISBN 0-440-21972-8 ($4.99 pbk.).

In this poignant story, 13-year-old Liam must face the fact that his father is dying from AIDS. He struggles with difficult circumstances that include facing his father's homosexuality, dealing with his mother's deception, and trying to understand his own emotions. While this story may be emotionally draining, it is a strong support for the Grade 9 unit.
Suggested Use: Grade 9 - HIV/AIDS Education
Other Use: English Language Arts: Grades 6 to 9

Earth (Print-Non-Fiction). Grimshaw, Caroline. (Connections Series). Thomson Learning (WBIN), 1995. 31 p. ISBN 1-56847-453-9 ($12.95 hdc.).

This book presents to-the-point answers to questions about the earth through a question-and-answer format. Earth provides ample opportunities to discuss such issues as the changing face of the earth, global warming, ecology, and the best and the worst of human impact on the environment.
Suggested Use: Grade 8 - Protecting the Environment and the Health of People
Other Use: Science: Middle Level; Social Studies: Grade 6; Social Studies: Elementary Level

Earthshine (Print-Fiction). Nelson, Theresa. Orchard Bks., Inc. (LRDC), 1994. 182 p. Order no. 8301 ($20.45 hdc.).

In this gripping novel, Slim, a 12-year-old girl lives with her charismatic father and his friend Larry. Her father is dying of AIDS. Slim also enjoys a healthy, stable relationship with her mother. When Slim joins a support group for children who are living with persons with AIDS, she meets Isaiah, whose pregnant mother has AIDS. Together they face the battles that lie ahead of them.
Suggested Use: Grade 8 - HIV/AIDS Education
Other Use: English Language Arts: Grades 6 to 9

Eat for Life: The Food and Nutrition Board's Guide to Reducing Your Risk of Chronic Disease (Print-Non-Fiction). Woteki, Catherine E. and Thomas, Paul R., eds. National Academy Press (NAP), 1992. 179 p. ISBN 0-309-04049-3 ($18.95 U.S. hdc.).

Based on the Food and Nutrition Board of the National Academy of Sciences' scientific volume Diet and Health, this book is a practical resource on how to incorporate nutritional guidelines into daily life. It offers eating guidelines that relate to all major diseases associated with diet. It dispels myths about eating, offers advice on controversies such as fibre, and provides practical tips on choosing, preparing, and serving food in order to maintain health and prevent disease. The text is interspersed with a few black-and-white illustrations. Included are a table of contents and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 7 - Healthy Eating; Grade 9 - Chronic Illness

Eating Disorders (Video). (Teen Issues Series). Altschul Group (MMP), 1996. 18 min. No order number is required. ($250.00).

This video features interviews with adolescents who have suffered from eating disorders such as bulimia and anorexia nervosa. It addresses the effects that eating disorders have on the body and the role the media plays in promoting thinness. It also discusses how males and females become victims of eating disorders for different reasons, the signs and symptoms of eating disorders, and American sources of support for sufferers.
Suggested Use: Grade 6 - Body Image and Nutrition; Grade 8 - Eating Disorders

The Eating Edge: A Guide to Healthy Eating for Teens (Kit). Ontario Milk Marketing Board (ECH), 1992. No order number is required. ($Free, but must attend a workshop.).

(CAN) This activity-based nutrition program has the goal of enabling adolescents to develop the necessary skills to make personalized healthy food choices in an ever-changing environment. It includes a guidebook with numerous activities organized according to the challenges of personal reflection, comparing a one-day food record to Canada's Food Guide, setting a goal, implementing a nutrition plan, and evaluating progress. Included in the kit are two colourful transparencies, 120 challenge checklists for student record-keeping purposes, adhesive food labels, and a set of approximately 50 cards that show attractive, colourful photographs of common foods. Although developed for high school students, this program could be adapted for use with younger students. Please note that educators who attend a workshop on The Eating Edge may receive a copy of it free of charge. For further information, teachers should contact their Public Health Nutritionist.
Suggested Use: Grade 7 - Healthy Eating; Teacher Reference

Eating for Life: The Nutrition Pyramid (Video). Learning Seed Company (MCI), 1994. 22 min. Order no. 200028 ($129.00).

Viewers are shown how Christine, a college student, switches from an unbalanced diet to one that is guided by the American Food Pyramid's recommendations. Christine learns how to deal with problems related to limited cafeteria selections, vending machines, and fast food. Although American, this video is useful for Saskatchewan classrooms.
Suggested Use: Grade 7 - Healthy Eating; Grade 9 - Promoting a Healthy School Food Policy

Eating Without Guilt: Overcoming Compulsive Eating. 2nd ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Katz, Alice. (Self-counsel Psychology Series). Self-Counsel Press (SEL), 1991. 91 p. ISBN 0-88908-978-7 ($7.95 pbk.).

(CAN) This book maintains that overeating is the symptom of a problem and not the problem itself. It offers numerous exercises that are designed to help readers learn what the root causes of compulsive eating are. It addresses topics such as: why people overeat, how people can eat less by liking what they eat; how food, feelings, and fat are related; myths about overeating, dealing with anger and stress as an aid to eating less, and increasing the pleasures in life. Included are a table of contents and a bibliography of recommended reading.
Suggested Use: Grade 6 - Body Image and Nutrition; Grade 7 - Healthy Eating; Grade 8 - Eating Disorders; Teacher Reference

The Encyclopedia of Health. The Healthy Body Series (Print-Non-Fiction). Please refer to the titles: Hygiene, Nutrition, and Vitamins and Minerals.

Environmental Diseases (Print-Non-Fiction). Shader, Laurel and Zonderman, Jon. (Bodies in Crisis Series). Twenty First Century Bks. (VAN), 1993. 64 p. ISBN 0-8050-2600-2 ($27.40 hdc.).

This book discusses current studies on the influence of environmental factors on health and disease. Numerous colourful visuals add appeal to the material. Included are a table of contents, a glossary, a brief bibliography, and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 8 - Protecting the Environment and the Health of People; Grade 9 - Promoting Ways to Reduce Common Illnesses

Environmental Pollution (Video). (The World of Natural Science Series). TV Ontario (MGR), 1995. 14 min. Dup. order no. V2846. Teacher's Guide for series - Order no. G2781 ($3.50 pbk.).

(CAN) Teacher-host Senya Isajev-Balanyk describes the sources of pollution and current methods of waste management. Scientists describe pollution studies being done at Experimental Lakes Area, and the program looks at a waste management system used at a pulp and paper mill.
Suggested Use: Grade 8 - Protecting the Environment and the Health of People

Epilepsy (Print-Non-Fiction). Landau, Elaine. (Understanding Illness Series). Twenty First Century Bks. (LRDC), 1994. 64 p. Order no. 8464 ($19.15 hdc.).

This title from the Understanding Illness Series provides an overview of epilepsy. It addresses the causes, effects, diagnosis, and treatment of epilepsy and introduces role models who have learned to cope successfully with this condition. It also dispels myths about the disease. Several colour photographs accentuate the text. Included are a table of contents, a glossary, a brief bibliography, and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 9 - Chronic Illness

Epilepsy: The Sacred Illness: A Handbook for Parents and Educators (Print-Non-Fiction). Brown, Shelly L., ed. Epilepsy Regina Inc. (ERI), n.d. 61 p. No order number is required. ($Free pbk.).

(SK) This book provides basic information about epilepsy, such as: what it is, what causes it, first aid for seizures, treatment, prevention, myths and conceptions about the disease, and two personal stories. Included are a table of contents, a list of resources, and a glossary. Epilepsy: The Sacred Illness was distributed to all Saskatchewan high schools in the spring of 1998. A limited number of additional free copies are available from Epilepsy Regina.
Suggested Use: Grade 9 - Chronic Illness

Ernie's Idea (Video). National Film Board of Canada (NFB), 1996. 13 min. Order no. C0196 048 ($29.95).

(CAN) In this animated program, Ernie's humdrum life as 17^th best nut and bolt sorter in a company is disrupted by an idea that rudely invades his mind. After much hesitation, Ernie shares his idea and it turns out to be a great one! After this positive experience, Ernie is no longer afraid of expressing his ideas.
Suggested Use: Grade 7 - Assertiveness Skills

Even If It Kills Me (Print-Fiction). Harris, Dorothy Joan. Scholastic Canada Ltd. (LRDC), 1987. 197 p. Order no. 8473 ($4.20 pbk.).

Thirteen-year-old Melanie feels that losing her "puppy fat" will make her perfect and increase her popularity. This book describes Melanie's rapid decline into anorexia and her struggle to understand and overcome her destructive behaviour.
Suggested Use: Grade 6 - Body Image and Nutrition; Grade 8 - Eating Disorders
Other Use: English Language Arts: Grades 6 to 9

Everything You Need to Know About Conflict Resolution. 1st ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Nathan, Amy. (The Need to Know Library Series). Rosen Publishing Group (SBC), 1996. 64 p. ISBN 0-8239-2058-5 ($26.95 hdc.).

This book discusses what conflict resolution is and presents different ways to deal effectively with conflicts. The text is enhanced with numerous black-and-white and colour photographs. Included are a table of contents, a list of national support organizations, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 7 - Factors That Affect Decision Making in Relationships; Grade 8 - Respect in Relationships; Grade 9 - Dating

Everything You Need to Know About Creating Your Own Support System. 1st ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Kreiner, Anna. (The Need to Know Library Series). Rosen Publishing Group (LRDC), 1996. 64 p. Order no. 8309 ($22.85 hdc.).

This book addresses ways that adolescents can create their own support system of trustworthy people who can help them build skills and solve problems. Included are a table of contents, a brief list of support organizations, a glossary, a short bibliography, and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 8 - Decision-making Process; HIV/AIDS Education

Everything You Need to Know About Discrimination. Rev. ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Palmer, Ezra. (The Need to Know Library Series). Rosen Publishing Group (SBC), 1995. 64 p. ISBN 0-8239-2115-8 ($26.95 hdc.).

This book discusses prejudice in such areas as religion, race, gender, and abilities and how it can lead to discrimination in various situations. The text is enhanced with numerous black-and-white and colour photographs. Included are a table of contents, a list of national support organizations, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 6 - Personal Standards

Everything You Need to Know About Drug Abuse. Rev. ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Ball, Jacqueline A. (The Need to Know Library Series). Rosen Publishing Group (SBC), 1994. 64 p. ISBN 0-8239-1944-7 ($26.95 hdc.).

This book discusses a variety of drugs including heroin, cocaine, alcohol, and caffeine. It examines their abuse and what can be done about it. The text is enhanced with numerous black-and-white and colour photographs. Included are a table of contents, a list of national support organizations, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 6 - Drug Addictions and Gambling; Grade 7 - Alcohol and Other Drugs

Everything You Need to Know About Getting Your Period. 1st ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Rue, Nancy. (The Need to Know Library Series). Rosen Publishing Group (SBC), 1995. 64 p. ISBN 0-8239-1870-X ($26.95 hdc.).

This book discusses what menstruation is and how to deal with it. The text is enhanced with numerous black-and-white and colour photographs. Included are a table of contents, a list of national support organizations, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 6 - Changes of Puberty

Everything You Need to Know About Growing Up Female. Rev. ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Kahaner, Ellen. (The Need to Know Library Series). Rosen Publishing Group (SBC), 1997. 64 p. ISBN 0-8239-2426-2 ($26.95 hdc.).

This book addresses the physical and psychological changes that teenage girls encounter as they mature. It covers topics such as menstruation, sex and pregnancy, fitness, and friendship and dating. The text is enhanced with numerous black-and-white and colour photographs. Included are a table of contents, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 9 - Abstinence, STDs, Pregnancy, and Contraception

Everything You Need to Know About Growing Up Male. Rev. ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Glassman, Bruce S. (The Need to Know Library Series). Rosen Publishing Group (SBC), 1995. 64 p. ISBN 0-8239-2237-5 ($26.95 hdc.).

This book addresses the physical and psychological changes that teenage boys encounter as they mature. It covers topics such as grooming, social responsibilities and pressures, and answers commonly asked questions about sex and puberty. The text is enhanced with numerous black-and-white and colour photographs. Included are a table of contents, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 9 - Abstinence, STDs, Pregnancy, and Contraception

Everything You Need to Know About Self-Confidence. 1st ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Ignoffo, Matthew. (The Need to Know Library Series). Rosen Publishing Group (LRDC), 1996. 64 p. Order no. 8837 ($26.95 hdc.).

This book offers suggestions on how to improve self-confidence and explains the positive effects that self-confidence can have on a person's life. The text is enhanced with numerous black-and-white and colour photographs. Included are a table of contents, a list of sources of help, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 6 - Self-concept

Everything You Need to Know About Smoking. Rev. ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Keyishian, Elizabeth. (The Need to Know Library Series). Rosen Publishing Group (SBC), 1997. 64 p. ISBN 0-8239-2585-4 ($26.95 hdc.).

This book addresses the dangerous effects of smoking. It discusses why people start, why it is hard to quit, and how to quit smoking. The text is enhanced with numerous black-and-white and colour photographs. Included are a table of contents, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 6 - Drug Addictions and Gambling; Grade 7 - Alcohol and Other Drugs

Everything You Need to Know About the Dangers of Tattooing and Body Piercing. 1st ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Reybold, Laura. (The Need to Know Library Series). Rosen Publishing Group (SBC), 1996. 64 p. ISBN 0-8239-2151-4 ($26.95 hdc.).

This book offers a history of body piercing and tattooing and discusses the risks and consequences involved. The text is enhanced with numerous black-and-white and colour photographs. Included are a table of contents, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 8 - Caring for Skin

Everything You Need to Know When a Parent Dies. Rev. ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Bratman, Fred. (The Need to Know Library Series). Raintree Publishers Group (SBC), 1995. 64 p. ISBN 0-8239-2153-0 ($26.95 hdc.).

This book provides a guide to coping with the stresses and emotions that are commonly experienced after the death of a parent. The text is enhanced with numerous black-and-white and colour photographs. Included are a table of contents, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 9 - Tragic Death and Suicide

The Exercise and Nutrition Connection (Video). Meridian Education (MGR), 1996. 17 min. Dup. order no. V3002. Teacher's Guide - Order no. G3002 ($1.75).

This video stresses the importance of healthy eating and exercise. It explains the three basic guidelines of health: eat a variety of foods, maintain a healthy weight, and exercise regularly. Although it discusses the American Food Pyramid, the information is useful for Saskatchewan classrooms.
Suggested Use: Healthy Eating - Grade 7