Tell Me Something Gooood.
- Health 101
- Mar 23
- 4 min read
Updated: Mar 28
If you're reading this, you're likely a health teacher—or a teacher who now finds themselves teaching health alongside their other subjects. Maybe you love it. Maybe you’re overwhelmed. Maybe you’re the only one in your building teaching health and wondering if anyone else understands what it’s like.
I do. And that’s exactly why I started Health 101.
I’m Emily Kiszka, a seasoned health educator with over two decades of experience helping students build the skills they need to live healthier lives.
I’m also the passionate owner of Health 101, a thriving health curriculum business. As a devoted wife and mother of two, I bring a wealth of real-world wisdom and compassion to my work. When I’m not in the classroom or juggling family life, you’ll find me with a strong cup of coffee in hand, savoring a quiet moment before the day takes off.
Why Health 101?
Health 101 exists to take the guesswork out of teaching health. We create ready-to-use lessons that teach kids how to make smart choices about food, social media, drugs, and relationships—so they stay safe and healthy in today’s world. You get engaging, click-and-go curriculum, and your students get skills they’ll actually use in real life.
The best part? Every lesson is designed by an active classroom teacher. That’s me. With over 20 years of experience, I’ve lived through the reality of needing a meaningful, skills-based lesson right now—like when it’s the morning after the Super Bowl, and you realize you need a plan that actually works.
That’s why every Health 101 resource is created to be practical, effective, and stress-free for teachers like you. And if you’re looking for more than just a one-off lesson, we also offer a full-year curriculum—our biggest seller—so you can confidently teach health all year long, whether you're starting fresh or jumping in mid-year.
You Are Not Alone
Teaching health can be lonely. Maybe you’re the only one in your building teaching it, or you’ve been assigned it without a health background. I see you. I was once in your shoes, scrambling to create meaningful lessons that actually impacted students' lives. I created what I wish I had as a new teacher. Now, so many teachers use this curriculum effortlessly to help their students thrive.
And because health education isn’t just about surviving the next lesson, we’re navigating health together.
That means more than just giving you lessons—it means community, support, and strategies that make your classroom a place where students build life-changing habits.
Something for You—Right Now
I’m so excited to share something with you today: a classroom tradition that will instantly boost the energy and connection in your room.
It’s called Tell Me Something Good—a simple but powerful way to start class on a positive note.
Here's the deal: every Tuesday in my classroom, we kick off with Tell Me Something Good Tuesday. Students share something positive—big or small—about their lives. It might be an upcoming game, a fun weekend, or just a great breakfast. In minutes, the room shifts. Laughter. Warmth. A stronger sense of belonging.
But here’s the real magic: practicing gratitude is a skill. It’s not just something students “feel”—it’s something they can learn. Research shows that gratitude practices increase resilience, improve relationships, and boost overall well-being. Unlike fleeting happiness, gratitude builds a deeper sense of contentment and perspective. And in today’s world, our students need that.
So, I’m giving you this free Tell Me Something Good activity to bring into your classroom. Try it. Watch what happens. Your students—and you—will feel the difference.
What’s Next?
The journey is just beginning, and I’m so glad you’re here. Health 101 just launched a brand-new website where you can:- Grab engaging lessons and activities- Snag a freebie or last-minute plan for tomorrow- Join a Teacher Coaching Mentor Hour for support and ideas- And—of course—connect with a community that gets it.
Stop by and check it out- Health-101.org
I can’t wait to navigate this health education journey with you.
Let’s do this—together.
Emily
▲ Student Takeaways
“Telling something good makes me remember I actually have something good.”
“I didn’t think I’d have anything to say… but I kinda liked hearing what other people said.”
“It makes the room feel different, in a good way.”
▲ Teacher Tip
Use a sticky note parking lot or class whiteboard where students can write their “something good” anonymously when they enter the room. It gives quieter students a chance to participate and builds community over time.
▲ Fast Fact
Research shows that regular gratitude practices can increase optimism by up to 15% and lower stress levels in adolescents. Gratitude isn’t just a mood booster—it’s a resilience builder.
▲ Health 101 Spotlight
Health 101 creates ready-to-use, real-world health education curriculum that helps students build lifelong skills like gratitude, resilience, and emotional awareness. From mental health to media literacy, our lessons are project-based, standards-aligned, and designed by a teacher who still shows up to first period.
