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Food Labels

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Students study Nutrition Facts labels. In this life science lesson, students explore Nutrition Facts labels, then determine and analyze the nutrients found in a variety of foods. Additionally students construct bug boxes used to collect bugs found in gardens. This lesson also includes an educational game, excellent practice worksheet, and take home family activity.

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gardening, nutrients

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gardening, bug boxes, nutrients, nutrition fact labels, math
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Grade
2nd - 4th
Subjects
Math
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For Teacher Use
Duration
2 hrs
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