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It's Sugar Time!

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders review the Food Pyramid. They examine several breakfast cereal labels and determine how much sugar is in each. They discuss these amounts and whether or not they are surprised by the results. They discuss the amount of...
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Dinner Etiquette

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Young scholars in Family and Consumer Sciences classes plan a complete dinner menu that is nutritious and appetizing. They set a table using the correct dishes and utensils, prepare the meal using correct procedures, and serve it using...
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Comparing Weights And Volumes

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students engage in a lesson plan that is focused upon the concept of weights and measures. They conduct experiments while classifying the quantities of different sized containers. Students compare and convert measurements like liters to...
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Amber Waves of Grain

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
In this health and diet worksheet, learners answer eight true or false questions about wheat. They also list three hands-on activities for their school projects. answers to the true or false are provided.
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Food Stuff

For Teachers 5th - 9th
For this food worksheet, learners respond to 31 questions by pronouncing words, participating in a dialogue by asking and answering questions, writing the names of food from various countries, and recording the names of vegetables and...
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Internal Anatomy: A Fun Look At The Digestive System

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students look at the functions of the body. In this biology lesson plan, students explore the functioning of some body part and construct a "living doll" composed of the body parts discussed.
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Thank You!

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students demonstrate appreciation for volunteer workers. In this philanthropy lesson, students create a card, picture, or poem for a school volunteer. Students use a variety of art supplies to create the appreciation gift.
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Food Chains

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students investigate the food chain. In this ecology lesson, students define producers and consumers. Students use organism cards to demonstrate how the food chain works.
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Calorie Countdown

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students 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. Students keep a food diary to keep...
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Garbage Pizza

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders explore the concept of waste management. In this recycling lesson, 4th graders identify materials that must be landfilled as well as items that may be recycled or reused.
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Bats

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students hypothesize and model how the bones in a bat wing are made up.  In this exploratory activity students test their hypothesis, develop questions about bat parts and watch a video on bats.
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Diversity Food Groups

For Teachers K - 5th
Students explore diversity in foods and people. In this diversity instructional activity, students explore diversity in foods and how things aren't always as they seem. This instructional activity is then applied to diversity in people.
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What's the Big News?

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
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 healthy...
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How Do Foods Help Our Bodies

For Teachers 1st - 5th
Students investigate the specific elements found in food that keep us healthy.  In this healthy eating lesson, students identify proteins, carbohydrates, minerals, and vitamins as part of a healthy diet when consumed in moderation....
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Peanuts

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students explore the benefits of peanuts. In this peanut lesson, students explore the nutritional benefits of peanuts as they complete worksheet activities.
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Key to Good Health #1: Nutrition

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students learn tips for healthy eating. In 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. Students also learning about eating...
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How Much Nutritional Value Does Rice Really Have?

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders see the nutritional value of rice. In this healthy eating lesson, 5th graders view the Food Guide Pyramid and the number of servings one is supposed to eat in each food group. They focus on rice and its benefits for the body.
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Why is Rice Good for Us?

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders explore why rice is good for our bodies. For this nourishment lesson, 3rd graders review the food pyramid and discuss serving sizes. Students discuss the different ways rice is used in food. Students use uncooked rice to...
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A Toast To The Past

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Young scholars analyze, and research the identity of the non electric toaster as a historical artifact. In this toaster lesson plan, students then create a visual timeline of toaster history.
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Mystery Jars: Make Your Own

For Teachers 1st - 4th
Students explore the concept of estimation. For this estimation lesson, students create their own estimation jars and fill them with objects of their choice. Students then count the exact number of objects and trade jars to repeat. 
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Food Pyramid

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Young scholars list and explain the five food groups and the recommended serving amounts.  In this food pyramid lesson, students discuss the food pyramid and journal about their reaction to it.  Young scholars complete a building block...
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Disease and Nutrition

For Teachers 7th - 11th
Students study disease and explore  how it can be avoided or treated with simple solutions.  In this investigative lesson students create a food chart for two weeks for themselves to track and be sure they are getting all the nutrients...
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Classifying "Pastanimals"

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students explore biology by creating a poster presentation. In this animal classification lesson, students utilize a SMART board and practice organizing a group of animal shapes by placing them with similar animal families. Students...
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Fatty Food

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students explore nutrition by participating in a balanced diet activity. In this eating habits lesson, students analyze their own diets and discuss the foods they have eaten that day. Students utilize grocery bags, scissors, Ziploc bags...

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