My Pyramid

Within three nutrition-themed, inquiry-based learning opportunities, pupils take notice of their eating habits; delve deep into the five food groups, gain experience in planning meals, participate in a taste test, and explore ads from...

In this food pyramid worksheet, students read about the amount and types of food recommended in each food group. Students also read tips about staying healthy.

Sixth graders analyze the food groups and complete a physical activity for the activity. In this food groups activity, 6th graders view a PowerPoint about meats and beans and participate in a physical activity. Students also complete...

In this food pyramid worksheet, students fill in their choices in each of the food categories and estimate amounts eaten, then write their goals for food and activity for "tomorrow."

Learners examine the food pyramid and construct a healthy meal. In this food pyramid instructional activity, students examine the new food pyramid that includes fats and oils, and is arranged with brightly colored triangles. They use...

Students assess their eating and exercise behaviors by keeping three-day food intake and exercise record. Students compare their food records to My Pyramid recommendations, identify at least two changes that would make their diets more...

Kids work together in groups to discuss and understand the differences between a typical diet and a healthy one. They use the My Plate recommendations to compare what they eat with what they should be eating according to the MyPlate...

In this My Pyramid worksheet, 5th graders read how many ounces of each food group they need per day. Students also read tips for a healthy diet, including "be realistic" and "be flexible."

Students complete a WebQuest that explores three different food pyramids. In small groups, they explore the websites, complete a Venn diagram, and design a mini-poster of a food pyramid that meets nutritional standards and includes their...

Students use the food guide pyramid established by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to evaluate the nutritional value of their favorite foods.