4.HEALTH.2.F
Define vector-borne illnesses and describe how to reduce their risk.
Grade 4 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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vector-borne illnessesriskreduction
Skills
- define (vector-borne illnesses) #dok1
- describe (risk reduction strategies for vector-borne illnesses) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can define what a vector-borne illness is. #dok1
- I can describe ways to reduce the risk of vector-borne illnesses. #dok2
Big Ideas
- Preventing and reducing risk of vector-borne illnesses is an important aspect of personal and community health.
- Understanding what vector-borne illnesses are helps individuals take action to protect themselves and others.
Essential Questions
- What are vector-borne illnesses?
- How are vector-borne illnesses different from other types of illnesses?
- What can we do to reduce our risk of getting a vector-borne illness?
- Why is it important to protect ourselves from vector-borne illnesses?
- How does knowing about vector-borne illnesses help keep our communities healthy?