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Fourth graders identify food groups, foods that fit into those groups, and look at the nutritional value of each food group. They also discover how to interpret and understand food labels. The whole class makes some burgers and fries, and puts all of the food (and condiments used) into the proper food groups to see if they are having a balanced meal. A tasty and thought-provoking lesson!

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food groups, food, healthy eating

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food groups, healthy eating, Nutrition, health
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Grade
4th
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Health
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2 days
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