Third graders explore why rice is good for our bodies. In 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...

Students list and explain the five food groups and the recommended serving amounts.  In this food pyramid lesson plan, students discuss the food pyramid and journal about their reaction to it.  Students complete a building...

Fifth graders explore food production by viewing DNA presentations. In this genetic engineering lesson plan, 5th graders discuss the foods they typically eat at home and how many common foods are engineered in a way that can produce a...

Fifth graders explore genetic traits. In this genetic traits instructional activity, 5th graders investigate dominant and recessive traits. Students identify similar traits between a parent organism and its offspring.

Students examine the importance of eating a balanced breakfast.  In this healthy eating lesson students identify examples of a healthy breakfast and compare the characteristics of people who do or do not eat breakfast.

Students infer the causes of obesity. In this health science instructional activity, students brainstorm ways improve to their diet. They write personalized journals with goals on how to live a healthy lifestyle.

In this science:  food quiz learning exercise, students answer 20 questions, not interactively, about food, then scroll down to check their answers.

Students explore the five food groups as well as the specific foods found in each of these groups.

Students examine their protein intake daily. In this adult health lesson, students discover other protein rich foods besides meat. They name examples of vegetarian proteins found in the grocery stores.

Second graders participate in activities focusing on the grain group and food prices.

Students write a written summary of what they have learned about the astronaut nutritional diet in comparison with their own diet habits.

Learners study healthy food choices and the energy it creates for physical activity. In this food energy activity, students complete multiple activities to learn about the benefits of healthy eating upon physical activity.

Second graders explain the food pyramid, nutrients provided by each food group,and determine whether they are healthy eaters. They note what foods are in this group, what nutrients are found in these foods, and number of servings needed.

Learners research aspects of gardening including nutrition, costs, and soil preparation. They then write a report detailing the planning of the garden and compare costs to buying the items.

Based on a set of criteria, young scholars will evaluate the quality of pecans.1. Bring a gram scale and papershell pecans. Provide five pecans for each student. 2. Divide the class into groups of five and provide each member with five...

Learners, after examining a food pyramid, demonstrate their knowledge and use of their classroom computers by researching the nutritional content of fruits and vegetables. They also compare/contrast serving sizes and nutrients in...

Students work on fine-motor, creative-thinking and language skills as they share special photos and stories about their families with their classmates. Students create individual pages for a class book that will include drawings and photos.

Students identify the elements of a balanced diet, then compile a daily diet and exercise log to assess their lifestyles and improve them if applicable. They recognize and explain the importance of proper nutrition practices.

In these grammar errors worksheets, students review the definition of modifiers and an example of a misplaced modifier. Students then complete three pages of activities to help them avoid misplaced modifiers.

Students examine and prepare a recipe and state the purpose of each ingredient. They complete a worksheet based on the food pyramid.

Pupils investigate the importance of fat in the diet. They determine the difference between solid and liquid fat. They examine food labels to identify the ones that contain fat.

Young scholars identify song style and form. They create movement which shows the song form and improvise rhythm accompaniment.

First graders engage in fun activities in order to understand the food pyramid and how to make healthy nutritional choices. The lesson is used in order to help students make healthy lifestyle choices.

Learners match pictures of people eating certain foods with the correct phrase. Student pairs interview each other in order to gather and compare information on food eating habits, and awareness of nutritional value - or lack thereof.