Eighth graders develop a healthy menu for the coming week using Palm technology to develop healthy eating habits. They develop a spreadsheet for the seven days and for each menu using the Palm.

Students bring cans of food to class to study and compare labels. They discuss the different information included and the importance of good nutrition. They create a one day menu that would maintain a healthy diet. They role play...

Students calculate the calories in food samples and plan a meal based on the calorie amount. In this calories lesson plan, students also devise a work out program to burn off the calories.

Young learners who feel good about themselves will fare better in the long run than those who do not have a high level of self-esteem. Introduce youngsters to what it means to like themselves. Discuss positive characteristics and...

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 explore the fast food industry. In this fast food lesson, students research fast food restaurants and the food served. Students create a tri-fold handout to explain the history of fast food and types of food served. Students...

The Happy Game will make your students smile! They play this game to review basic math concepts such as, finish the pattern, even and odd numbers, addition, subtraction, and word problems. Tip: Use this PowerPoint as a template to create...

Third graders record what they eat for a week. In groups, they develop a menu for a fictitious restaurant. They create dinners which include all groups from the food pyramid. To end the lesson plan, they practice making healthy food...

Sixth graders explore human health by participating in a nutrition activity. For this food choices lesson, 6th graders review the food pyramid in class and identify the specific classifications of food that create positive health for...

Students brainstorm healthy food choices. In this health science instructional activity, students calculate how much of each food group they need daily. They plan a menu based on the "MyPyramid for Kids" food guide.

Learners investigate the important components for a healthy trout habitat. In this fish habitat lesson, students discuss how the aquarium will simulate a trout's environment in nature. Learners complete a trout information sheet to set...

Students learn the content of the food groups and are better prepared to maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle. Students identify the main food groups and list content examples. Students create a cookbook of new and healthy snacks.

Students act as decision makers and research and determine the nutritional needs of young children, teenagers, and adults. They compile their findings in a nutrition portfolio. Class groups assume the role of hospital dietician and plan...

Students answer questions on seat belts and bike helmets. In this seat belt and bike helmet lesson plan, students watch a demonstration with eggs and simulated seat belt and bike helmet about why some eggs broke and some stayed safe...

Students demonstrate how to get help in an emergency. In this 'In Case Of An Emergency" lesson plan, students listen to a story called It's Time to Call 911, describe emergencies using their senses, practice writing/saying important...

Young scholars discover data reading and computations. In this math lesson plan, students collect nutritional data about intakes of certain foods compared with daily recommended allowances. Young scholars create their own data charts...

Sixth graders explore agriculture by viewing food related videos in class. In this chocolate identification lesson plan, 6th graders discuss the healthy aspects of pure cocoa and the history of the plant. Students read assigned text...

Students listen to the story "No Blue Food" in this activity. They then discuss Allegra, the main character, and her hesitation to try new foods. They participate in a matching game in which they match cards to determine a fruit...

Learners review how their nutritional needs change over time. In groups, they design their own menu in which they get all the nutrients they need. To end the lesson, they share their foods with the class and complete a wordsearch...

Students examine the eating habits of people in other countries and learn new vocabulary. They also practice using nouns and the passive voice.

The identification of various parts of the human body is the focus of this biology lesson plan. Young scientists sing the song "Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes," and trace the human body onto butcher paper. Additionally, they label the...

Students study the importance of alkaline earth metals.  For this metals lesson students research the minerals that are essential for human health. 

Students investigate ways to improve their bone strength. In this bone strength lesson plan, students explore the link between exercise and bone growth. Students study the effects of proper nutrition and exercise.