Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Can Procrastination be a Good Thing?

Subject Area

Health Education

Grade(s)

7, 8

Overview

It seems like we’re always being told that procrastination is bad. Taking a closer look at why people procrastinate, though, it’s more complicated than it might seem. Many researchers would agree that procrastination can actually be helpful. Distractions provide the mind a break during which we can creatively think through problems. This video can be played during a lesson on personal behaviors and health care.

    Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 7

    HE19.7.2.1

    Describe how family values and behaviors influence the health of adolescents.

    Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 7

    HE19.7.6.2

    Describe changing abilities, priorities, and responsibilities that impact personal health goals.

    Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 8

    HE19.8.1.2

    Analyze how the environment, family history, personal behaviors, and health care can affect individual healthful living.

    Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 8

    HE19.8.2.2

    Examine ways the school and community encourage students to use appropriate life skills to improve health.

    Link to Resource

    CR Resource Type

    Audio/Video

    Resource Provider

    PBS
    Accessibility

    Accessibility

    Video resources: includes closed captioning or subtitles
    License

    License Type

    Custom
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