Students listen to a story about a goat who craves human food. They discover the four basic food groups and discuss what they might eat if they were terrible eaters. Students retell the story by looking at the pictures. They complete...

Students assess their risk of heart disease. For this adult health lesson, students differentiate saturated and unsaturated fats. They discuss different heart healthy food ideas.

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.

Fifth graders create healthy menus. In this nutrition lesson, 5th graders research healthy eating options using the Internet, and design a personal food pyramid.

Learners identify the food group of various culturally diverse breakfast foods and discuss the importance of eating a healthy, well-balanced breakfast every morning. They then try different foods that begin with the letter A, B and C and...

Learners study the nutritional information on food labels and become familiar with the basic dietary needs of the human body. They write letters to food companies.

Students discuss importance of eating five servings of fruits and vegetables for a healthy lifestyle, and identify bananas as an excellent source of energy.

Healthy eating habits is the focus of this resource. Learners discuss fat and cholesterol, caloric needs, and the importance of exercise. There is a worksheet and a handout of dietary guidelines to supplement the information provided.

Students explore energy.  In this health and nutrition lesson, students brainstorm a list of healthy foods that provide energy, and identify physical activities that burn energy.  Students complete a good nutrition worksheet.

Help young learners look at energy in and energy out. Discuss how different activities may require different amounts of energy in. Use the included worksheet to have them write or draw pictures of what they ate in one day and what...

Second graders classify foods using the food pyramid and write about the foods they eat. They distinguish between healthy and junk food and make healthy choices for their meals. They listen to the story "No Peas for Nellie" and discuss...

Students observe human health by analyzing different food groups. In this food pyramid lesson, students utilize the web to complete an interactive food pyramid game as well as research the nutrition encyclopedia. Students discuss their...

Young scholars research human health by identifying fatty and sugary foods. In this food choices lesson plan, students discuss the five food groups and examine the healthiest choices from each group. Young scholars utilize the web to...

Learners research nutrition by examining the food pyramid. In this culinary lesson, students identify the concept of a balanced meal by researching the different groups on a food pyramid. Learners utilize the web to play a game titled...

Students evaluate human health by completing an interactive activity on the Internet. In this food choice lesson, students identify a list of foods which can make you unhealthy and sick compared to a list of nutritional ingredients....

Pupils explore the benefits of allowing and providing specifically designed age-appropriate cooking experiences for young children. They "cook" a variety of creative, healthy dishes designed for 3-5 year-olds to make and to help them...

Pupils practice nutrition facts. In this health and nutrition lesson, students participate in a game in which two teams compete to "spill their guts" by quickly answering factual questions pertaining to nutrition.  This lesson is...

Students explore nutrition by participating in a balanced diet activity. In this eating habits activity, students analyze their own diets and discuss the foods they have eaten that day. Students utilize grocery bags, scissors, Ziploc...

Students, in groups, create a nutritious menu, using information gathered from newspapers and Palm software. They decorate paper plates with pictures of foods to represent nutritional meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Students examine healthy eating and nutrition. They read and discuss articles, and create a list of ten healthy eating tips in the form of a poster, newspaper article, or presentation.

Students determine which healthy foods comprise a well balanced meal. Using a checklist, students classify foods as healthy or unhealthy. This lesson is intended for students acquiring English.

Students determine healthy food choices. In this healthy food choice lesson, students study food vocabulary and complete a worksheet about making good choices. They put together a dinner plate that shows a complete meal using a foam...

Students explore the nutritional value of the potato, its role in the food pyramid, and how it can be a part of a balanced diet. In this potato nutrition lesson, students read about the nutritional value of potatoes. Students work in...

Students complete a graphing activity to learn about fruits and vegetables as well as their nutritional qualities. In this fruits and vegetables lesson, students complete a series of activities that help teach them about the health...