Curated OER
Dealing With Diabetes
Students read a story about a teen with diabetes. They research diabetes and glucose. They compare and contrast Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
Curated OER
Obesity in Our World Today
Seventh graders investigate overeating and personal health by researching obesity facts. In this healthy eating lesson, 7th graders research the Internet for facts about youth obesity and the causes of ailments such as diabetes. Students...
Aetna Intelihealth
Aetna: Inteli Health: Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
Thorough overview of type 1 diabetes. Includes information on symptoms, treatment, prevention, and more.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Bam! Your Body: Diabetes
Resource provides extensive information about diabetes for kids.
Aetna Intelihealth
Aetna: Inteli Health: Causes of Type 1 Diabetes
Short article that describes the genetic factors and environmental triggers that can cause type 1 diabetes.
Other
On Track Diabetes: Breakfast Ideas for Kids With Diabetes
Learn why breakfast is such an important meal for kids, especially kids who have diabetes. This website provides numerous examples of food ideas for all kids (and parents) looking for protein-packed breakfast foods.
Science4Fun
Science4 Fun: Diabetes
Interesting illustrated resource discusses the cause, types, and treatment of diabetes and more fun facts.