Taking Care of Yourself - (Emergent) Level 3-5

Taking Care of Yourself (Emergent Level 3-5) helps young learners understand the basics of personal health and safety. This engaging nonfiction title introduces ways to stay healthy such as brushing teeth, eating well, exercising, and keeping safe in daily life. The book begins with general concepts about self-care (pages 2-7), followed by four double-page spreads that focus on specific practices. It ends with a personal reflection statement that reinforces the importance of healthy habits. Photographs paired with simple text support early comprehension, and phonics elements include initial consonant blends such as œcl- and œpl-. A preview question on the back cover sets a purpose for reading. This book links health education with early reading development, making it a valuable resource in any foundation-level classroom.

Educational Benefits:

• Teaches basic health and hygiene practices.
• Develops early reading skills with simple sentence structures.
• Builds vocabulary through familiar, relatable content.
• Strengthens phonics awareness using consonant blends.

Classroom Ideas:

• Create a class health checklist or daily routine chart.
• Role-play safe and healthy behaviours.
• Discuss healthy food choices and make a poster.
• Write or draw a personal health goal.

Safety & Information:

• Ages: Suitable for students reading at Level 3-5.
• Measurements: 20 cm x 15 cm; 16 pages.
• Safety: All content promotes safe and healthy behaviours.