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Soda to be Absent from Schools Lesson PlanSoda to be Absent from Schools Lesson Plan
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2nd - 6th
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Soda to be Absent from Schools

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Should schools serve soda to young scholars? Learners read an artlcle that argues against the sale of soda in schools and engage in a class discussion. They then complete a short assessment to check for comprehension and reflect on the argument in a journal entry.

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childhood obesity, obesity, soda, healthy eating, healthy habits, Nutrition

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social studies

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  • Discussions about food, nutrition, and obesity may be sensitive for some learners
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