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Little Red Hen Helpers

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Students classify different foods into the groups on the food pyramid. They discuss what products are made from wheat. They complete the lesson by following directions on a recipe.

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the food pyramid, food

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Grade
2nd - 3rd
Subjects
Health
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Resource Type
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Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning

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