Lesson Plan

Obesity: Grades 3-5

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What is obesity and what are some steps that can help? Investigate obesity by having your class read and discuss articles about obesity. Students gain knowledge about body mass index, the food pyramid, being overweight and dieting. They will also discuss how the media portrays food to kids and make a list of healthy foods and unhealthy foods in grocery store ads. Great health activity!

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Resource Details
Grade
3rd - 5th
Subjects
Health
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Duration
3 days
Instructional Strategies
Direct Instruction
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Year
2015
Usage Permissions
Fine Print: Educational Use