If you ask all of your students, they probably know at least one person in their lives that has Diabetes, a common consequence of overweight and obesity. P.A.S.T. Diabetes - "Putting a Stop to Diabetes" - expands (but does not rely completely on) Take Off and Go for Health. The 4-session program provides children introductory infromation about diabetes, emphasizing type 2 diabetes.

Students will:

• Learn about diabetes
• Discuss two main types of diabetes
• Understand why they need to know about diabetes
• Learn how physical acitvity is related to diabetes prevention

Instructional Materials Provided: Extension staff will provide handouts/materials, educataion, and support for five 45-minute sessions.

Cost: No Cost

State Goals and Learning Standards: 22A B C; 23A B C; 24B