Do Your Best

*Inside: A walk down memory lane + one freebie sub plan = you feeling quite alrightttt.*

If you just read that in the exact voice from the radio, congratulations—you’re officially part of the cool club. If you have no idea what I’m talking about, let me introduce you to one of the most unexpectedly iconic spoken-word songs of the late '90s. Baz Luhrmann’s Everybody’s Free (To Wear Sunscreen), based on a newspaper column turned viral hit, was essentially one long, heartfelt list of life advice set to music. And, honestly? It still holds up.

As we trudge through this endless winter (seriously, where is spring?!), it feels like the perfect time to reflect on that song, take a breath, keep perspective, and focus on what actually matters.

It’s also the perfect time for… a free sub plan!

Do Your Best: A Universal Sub Plan all about gets students to think about the kind of person they want to be | Grades 7-12 — Do Your Best: A Universal Sub Plan all about gets students to think about the kind of person they want to be | **Grades 7-12**

A Sub Plan That Actually Teaches Life Skills

Let’s be real—scrambling for a last-minute sub plan is never fun. That’s why I put together a ready-to-go, meaningful lesson that you can print and leave for your substitute at a moment’s notice. Inspired by the wise advice in Wear Sunscreen, this lesson gets students thinking about the kind of person they want to be—exploring good personality traits, lifelong habits, and simple yet powerful life lessons.

Students will reflect, discuss, and apply practical wisdom, all while engaging in a lesson that requires zero prep from you. Just print, hand it off, and rest easy knowing your class isn’t just rolling out the textbooks in your absence.

Big Things Are Happening at Health 101

Speaking of making life easier, Health 101’s major rebrand is rolling out in full force! This summer, everything will be streamlined—no more file hunting, hyperlinks will be ready at your fingertips, and navigating your curriculum will be smoother than ever.

Whether you’ve grabbed a single lesson or the full-year curriculum, everything is getting a fresh, upgraded look to make your life simpler.

Grab Your Freebie & Stay Connected

Click below to download your free sub plan, and while you’re at it, check out the website for more classroom-ready resources.

Don’t forget to follow along on Instagram and Facebook as Health 101 continues to grow.

Let’s make teaching health easier, more engaging, and way less stressful—together.

Emily | Health 101

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*Reflections, tips, and takeaways to chew on.*

▲ Student Takeaways

“It made me think about the kind of person I actually want to be.”
“Some of the advice was funny, but also true… like painfully true.”
“I’ve never thought about what my advice would be to the future me. That was kinda cool.”

▲ Teacher Tip

After students complete the reflection, ask them to anonymously contribute one piece of “future wisdom” to a class collection. Turn it into a bulletin board or a “Class of ___ Advice Book.” Perfect for end-of-year wrap-ups or senior send-offs.

▲ Fast Fact

According to research, students who practice self-reflection regularly show increased self-awareness and improved decision-making—both key to long-term health and personal growth.

▲ Health 101 Spotlight

Health 101 makes real-world health education approachable, reflective, and ready to teach. With lessons rooted in life skills and moments that matter, we help teachers create classrooms where students feel seen—and leave with more than just facts. Our sub plans? They’re the kind that actually teach something (and save the day).