Students engage in various activities designed to them that vegetables are an important part of a healthy diet.

Fifth graders explore nutrition and health ideas to maintain their energy. In this energy lesson, 5th graders read information about ways to keep their energy boosted. Students keep a diary of what they each and create a chart for the...

Students access a variety of nutrition and health related resources on the Internet. They examine the food pyramid, match food groups, play interactive games, read an online story, analyze the labels on food packaging, and take a...

Show your kids that staying healthy is the smart choice! They examine nutrition, healthy snacks, and the importance of staying active in a several-part lesson plan. There are different ideas for older and younger students here, and you...

Learners become familiar with the nutritional value of foods advertised on television and in magazines. They discuss different types of foods and where snack food fits into a healthy diet. They categorize the foods they eat as healthy or...

Learners identify plant parts. For this plants lesson, students bring in a vegetable. Each student classifies which part of the plant their vegetable comes from (flower, root, ect.) Learners identify the parts of their vegetable and...

In this food pyramid worksheet, students read about each food group in the food pyramid, and then write examples for each one. Students write 6 groups and 6 examples.

Middle schoolers learn tips for healthy eating. For this nutrition lesson, students learn about the four main food groups, view a food pyramid, and get tips on how to get the most nutrition out of their meals. Middle schoolers also...

Examine food choices and the nutritional properties of food groups with this visually appealing whole-class lesson plan. This will take a bit of preparation, but once you do it, you can use the materials for years. Using a food groups...

Have some fun with healthy living in 4-H! Through several activities, young members learn about healthy eating, basic first aid, and fun exercise options. Of course, service ideas are outlined to extend learning. Students use websites to...

Second graders discuss the importance of eating healthy foods, such as fruits and vegetables and what foods should be eaten in moderation. In groups, 2nd graders participate in activities using hula hoops where they categorize healthy...

Students complete worksheets. In this fruits and vegetables lesson, students complete a worksheet on where fruits and vegetables grow where they draw connecting lines. Students color fruits and vegetables on a worksheet.

In this healthy food choices worksheet, students label and color 4 puzzle pieces to represent the food groups. Then students complete a graphic organizer filling in the food group headings and food items that fit in each category.

Students make healthy decisions about managing food choices for more nutritious and healthy consumption through this series of lessons.

Fourth graders explore agriculture by reading assigned text about produce. In this fruits and vegetables lesson, 4th graders identify the healthy benefits of consuming fresh produce and what minerals and vitamins they contain. Students...

Students share about healthy habits they practice at home. In this adult health lesson, students discuss the benefits of eating healthy foods. They watch a video and share their learning in class.

Students discover the benefits of eating a healthy breakfast. In this adult health lesson, students compare the characteristics of breakfast eaters and nonbreakfast eaters. They examine cereals for their fiber and sugar content.

Young scholars discover why breakfast is important. In this nutrition activity, students read a "Power Up With Breakfast" worksheet and discuss the importance of breakfast. Young scholars draw pictures of fruit they would want in their...

Students discover ways to use fresh fruits in a healthy snack. In this cooking lesson plan, students are given recipes to make smoothies using different types of fruits.

In this dietary awareness worksheet, 2nd graders answer three multiple choice questions based on their personal diet plan and dietary habits....

Second graders explore a balanced diet. In this balanced diet instructional activity, 2nd graders investigate the effect and importance of a balanced diet.

Students become familiar with the proper amounts of different types of foods they should eat each day. In this food pyramid lesson, students complete worksheets to develop better eating habits. Students understand the importance of...

This presentation gives the lyrics for the song, "The Healthy Train." The song goes to the melody of the classic "The Wheels on the Bus" song. It's a clever song, in that the lyrics cover all of the basic food groups found in the food...

Learners participate in a game of chase and learn about healthy food choices. In this physical activity and healthy diet lesson, students play a game of chase by role playing as sugar and fat examples Learners name examples of fruits and...