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Life Science: My Pyramid

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Students examine how the school food program compares to the food pyramid recommendations. In this food pyramid lesson, students compile data regarding the food choices available in the school through the lunch program and vending machines, then analyze how this meets the recommendations set forth by the USDA in the food pyramid.

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food groups, food, the food pyramid, healthy eating

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food groups, food pyramid, healthy eating, school lunch, science
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
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For Teacher Use
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning

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