Fourth graders explore healthy eating habits by viewing instructional videos in class. In this food pyramid lesson plan, 4th graders identify the different classifications within the food pyramid and identify how they can improve overall...

Fifth graders identify and describe the functions of the major body systems. They discover how to maintain a healthy lifestyle with proper nutrition and exercise. They answer comprehension questions to end the lesson.

Students explore reasons why breakfast is an important meal. In this healthy eating lesson, students research the benefits of eating breakfast and create a cookbook of healthy breakfast items. Students establish a breakfast plan for two...

Students participate in a discussion on why food labels are important and how they were developed. Using the internet, they research what is meant by the 'use by' date and discover how the ingredients are listed on the package. They use...

Learners read food labels to compare healthy verses non healthy food and then use diagrams to create a poster of the digestive system. In this food lesson plan, students move the food down the digestive track along the digestive system.

Students identify the fat content in foods. In this nutrition lesson, students review the food pyramid and identify foods that are low in fat. Students create a low-fat dessert by using fruit.

Students discover why breakfast is important. In this nutrition lesson, students read a "Power Up With Breakfast" worksheet and discuss the importance of breakfast. Students draw pictures of fruit they would want in their breakfast shake.

Students study the importance of eating a colorful diet of fruits and vegetables. In this nutritional diet lesson, students complete multiple activities to learn about the nutritional value of colorful fruits and vegetables.

Young scholars discuss nutrition and diet. They look at copies of Tetra's Daily Nutrition Pyramid for Tropical Fish. They compare the fish feeding pyramid to the pyramid for human nutrition. Students examine a can of fish food.

Students respond to a poll by actively moving in response to prompts. In this dairy nutrition lesson, students write sentences in groups using vocabulary words from a word list. Students discuss physical activity and how calcium improves...

Pupils explore human energy components. In this personal health lesson, students determine how food, sleep, and exercise impact human energy levels as they play BAM! Body and Mind  interactive games. Pupils create motivational...

Students identify key features in promoting their child's health. They create their own health and wellness plan for their Students.

First graders identify healthy foods. In this nutrition lesson, 1st graders create a Venn diagram to compare and contrast healthy foods. Students place foods in the proper circle.

Pupils are given paper plates and pictures of food. They are to glue the foods they would eat that would make a balanced meal.

Students examine human health by completing a sports nutrition worksheet. In this eating habits lesson, students discuss the importance of a balanced diet and proper feeding times when competing in physical activities. Students complete...

Students make a pledge to make three positive choices for 30 days and track their progress. In this positive choices lesson plan, students discuss ways in which they can be healthier, protect the environment, be respectful, and more....

Students determine healthy food choices. For this healthy food choice lesson, students study food vocabulary and complete a worksheet about making good choices. They put together a dinner plate that shows a complete meal using a foam...

Students develop their own school menu with as many healthy choices as possible. They keep a journal of what they eat on one day and then research nutrition. They present their new menu to the judging committee.

Students, after reviewing an extensive list of vocabulary terms on the board, identify/label food items, how much they cost and the value of using coupons to save money. In addition, they practice reading the labels on the food packaging...

Third graders identify healthy foods in each group of the food pyramid. In this nutrition instructional activity, 3rd graders take notes on the food pyramid by visiting the website, www.mypyramid.gov. Students design a healthy menu for...

Pupils, working in groups, role play skits highlighting healthy eating habits and physical activities.

Students examine healthy diet. In this health lesson, students use Online resources and provided web links to research the effects of diet on the body.

Students identify the different WIC cheese choices. In this health lesson, students compare the nutrient content of various cheese. They share cheese cooking tips.

Students share their personal experience in shopping for whole grains. In this adult health lesson, students explain the different ways to cook them. They discuss how they can incorporate whole grains in their meals