Finally, a chance for the class to play with their food! Allow pupils to simulate stomach acid with common foods, and introduce specific macromolecules into the mixture to explore characteristics of carbohydrates, lipids,...

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...

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

Fifth graders research the food pyramid. In this food pyramid instructional activity, 5th graders track their eating habits during the day. Later, students review their food log and place each item into the food pyramid.

Young scholars read about hamburgers and analyze a healthy diet as well as the importance of nutrition. In this nutrition education instructional activity, students read the background information about hamburgers and their nutrition...

Fifth graders research fast food options and write an essay on the topic. In this fast food lesson, 5th graders pretend they are a babysitter and research fast food restaurant options to eat at while they are baby-sitting. Students write...

Pupils demonstrate their understanding of a body's need for calcium by constructing healthy diet habits with calcium rich food.

In this healthy body worksheet, students circle the correct answer for the questions about taking care of a human body. Students complete 5 exercises.

Students research eating habits in different places and in different cultures.

Pupils identify the components of a balanced diet and their importance to good health. Students research their favorite types of fast food to determine how healthy they really are. Links to websites of popular fast food companies are...

Sixth graders create a collage of attractive people. They write about what makes these people attractive. They discuss what makes someone attractive. They research eating disorders and how the media impacts what people deem as attractive.

Students investigate healthy eating by choosing a variety of foods.  In this personal health lesson, students read the story Big News! Straight from the Heart, and discuss which characters ate which foods.  Students list other...

Middle schoolers study the importance of a healthy diet.  In this weight control instructional activity students divide into groups and  develop a healthy lunch menu.

Seventh graders read articles about the Blue Zones, life expectancy and healthy and unhealthy habits of people around the world.  In this Current Events lesson plan, 7th graders participate in class discussion of key terms and...

Students examine the calorie content of fast food items. In this adult health lesson, students discuss obesity problems in US. They apply the tips for healthy fast food dining in selecting a meal.

Students design a meal plan with healthy foods based on the food guide pyramid. In this nutrition lesson plan, students identify healthy and unhealthy choices, watch a PowerPoint, and complete a group activity based on the food pyramid.

Students study how healthy snacks are a better choice and the results of unhealthy snacking.  In this healthy eating instructional activity students examine how to choose good healthy snacks.

Pupils identify the advantages of a healthy diet and exercise plan. In this health lesson, students bring in labels of different food products and calculate the amount of calories each serving is. Pupils keep a food diary to keep track...

In this celebration foods instructional activity, students circle yes, no, or maybe for if the foods we eat on holidays are healthy or unhealthy choices. Students complete 12 problems total.

Third graders explore the digestive system. In this food pyramid lesson students investigate the food pyramid. Students make connections between eating healthy and how it makes them feel.

Learners consider the USDA daily recommendations to create a "feed" product for middle schoolers. In this Health lesson, students learn about the ingredients in feed that is fed to livestock and apply the method to creating feed rations...

In this well-designed nutritional activity, students are given the opportunity to create their own daily food record, compare their nutrient with minimimun requirements, and think critically about their own food choices. Materials and...

Students identify the five basic food groups. They use their knowledge of the food pyramid to plan a full meal that incorporates at least one serving of food from each group. Pupils classify their ingredients according to the food groups.

Students examine their own fast food habits and discuss the poor nutritional value of this type of food. They read nutritional labels on popular packaged foods. They analyze the risks of a diet high in fat and sodium versus a well...