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Healthy Eating Lesson – Teach Students that Eating Better Equals Feeling Better! for 5th Grade

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The Ultimate Nutrient Lesson: Teach Students How To Fuel Their Body for Optimal Performance

Help your students understanding of the vital role of nutrients in optimizing their performance. Teach about the types of nutrients found in different foods and uncover the secrets to crafting a daily menu that fuels their minds and bodies for success.

Incorporating a nutrient-rich diet is the key to unlocking your body’s true potential. Start by understanding the importance of nutrients for performance, learning about the different types of nutrients, and building a daily menu that fuels mind and body.  Take action today and make nutrition a priority for your students.

Success Criteria:

  • research the benefits of certain nutrients to the human body
  • determine the organs that certain nutrients help to maintain their health
  • research the types of foods that contain healthy nutrients
  • identify the main food groups in a healthy food guide, acknowledging suggested servings
  • record your own daily food intake for one day
  • consult a healthy food guide to analyze and evaluate your food intake choices
  • make self-recommendations for a healthier diet
  • create a daily menu that includes a healthy, balanced diet

Suggestions for differentiation are also included so that all students can be successful in the learning environment.

Teacher Notes includes learning intention, success criteria, list of materials needed, procedure and ideas for differentiation and enrichment.

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