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Genetically Modified Food

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students work in teams to develop a presentation and handout representing a particular point of view in a genetically modified food debate. They synthesize their knowledge of food, food contamination, nutrition, and their issues, and...
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The Great Depression: Eating on a Shoestring

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore the realities of feeding a family on a very limited budget by comparing the cost of living in the 1930s to the cost of living today. Using primary documents and technology to make the comparison, they identify the impact...
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Making Molecular Models

For Teachers Pre-K - 6th
In these creative hands-on activities, learners construct several different molecular models that represent substances that play an essential role in our nutritional needs. Using gum drops and toothpicks, students design the models....
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They Don't Just Eat Grass

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars 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...
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What's Down There

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students write an essay about the coral reefs. In this oceanography lesson plan, students investigate the reef of Bonaire and compare it to reefs that are not thriving. Students then explore the differences that contribute to the...
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Biomolecules

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students perform an experiment in which they test foods for the presence of proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids. They identify the molecular structure of each type of biomolecule and then discuss how biomolecules relate to nutrition and...
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Pecans

For Teachers K - 3rd
Students explore human health by creating a food dish in class. In this nuts activity, students discuss pecans and identify the benefits of eating nuts and vegetables. Students prepare a dish for their classmates...
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The Circulatory System - Part I

For Teachers 1st
First graders consider what effect their behavior has on their health. Students make a fist to indicate the size of his/her heart. They complete a worksheet on the heart, coloring the arteries red and the veins blue.
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Treating Substance Abuse Problems

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students conduct an open discussion on the legal, social, and health consequences associated with substance abuse. Working in pairs, students discuss the effects of substance abuse and brainstorm possible solutions. Independently,...
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A Funky Healthy Life Style!

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
Learners name the five food groups and classify foods according to group. They tell how proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins/minerals, and water help their body. Students discuss how play and exercise can help their body.
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Communicate Effectively on Health and Nutrition

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students reeview illnesses and accident vocabulary and model calling the doctor's office and role play requesting an appointment between patient and receptionist. They complete Calling the Doctor activity sheet then read information on...
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ADULT ESOL LESSON PLAN--Health and Nutrition

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students use the vocabulary list on the board and flash cards to identify and examine various types of personal hygiene products and their uses. Students strive to practice daily proper grooming routines. They view a...
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Get the Skinny on Milk

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students identify the different types of milk available in the market. In this adult health science lesson plan, students compare their nutrition information. They read milk labels and analyze the nutrients in it.
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Healthy Foods

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students illustrate their favorite food and add it to a food pyramid graph, after listening to Russell Hoban's story, Bread and Jam for Frances.
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Grocery Store Problem Solving

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders practice mathematical problem solving skills. In this problem solving lesson, 3rd graders develop mathematical problem solving skills using real-world examples.
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Fats

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students are introduced to the characteristics of fats and their function in the body. In groups, they make a reduced fat recipe of chicken fingers and discuss other ways to reduce fat in their diet. To end the lesson, they identify...
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ESOL Health and Nurtition

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students brainstorm a list of vocabulary necessary to request a doctor's appointment and the importance of having and keeping an appointment to see a doctor. They work with partners and role play patient requesting an appointment...
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Eat Your Sprouts Part I

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners will conduct a lab on the oxidation of an apple. The students will learn that the oxidation process can be halted when lemon juice is applied to the flesh of an apple because the lemon juice contains vitamin C, an antioxidant....
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Healthy You

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students navigate through various sites to find nutrition information to help make healthy choices and decisions. They find the answers by searching each site. The assignment should be turned into the teacher through a word document via...
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Food Pyramid

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders are introduced to the food groups on the food pyramid. Individually, they draw pictures of their favorite foods and identify which food group it belongs. To end the instructional activity, they discuss the importance of...
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Design-A-Meal

For Teachers 3rd
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, they practice making healthy food...
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Jamberry

For Teachers K - 1st
Learners explore good nutrition through dancing to the Jamberry song.
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Pies: A Practical Application

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students participate in making a pie. They are to discuss the nutritional value and the different types of pies. They also answer questions from the teacher about fat and they complete a pie evaluation form.
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Going Bananas!©

For Teachers K - 2nd
Learners discuss importance of eating five servings of fruits and vegetables for a healthy lifestyle, and identify bananas as an excellent source of energy.

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