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Pyramid Power
Students observe human health by analyzing different food groups. In this food pyramid lesson, students utilize the web to complete an interactive food pyramid game as well as research the nutrition encyclopedia. Students discuss their...
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Where in the World?
Students evaluate botany by participating in a class discussion. In this agriculture instructional activity, students identify the importance of knowing where food comes from and they discuss what their breakfast consisted of and where...
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Balance of Nutrition
Students explore nutrition by completing a group activity. In this balanced meal lesson, students identify the five food groups and discuss their favorite foods from each group. Students utilize illustrations to fill in a fictional plate...
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Smoothie Recipes
Pupils discover ways to use fresh fruits in a healthy snack. For this cooking lesson, students are given recipes to make smoothies using different types of fruits.
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Promoting Daily Fitness; Mini Game
Students evaluate human health by completing an interactive activity on the Internet. In this food choice lesson, students identify a list of foods which can make you unhealthy and sick compared to a list of nutritional ingredients....
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Pecans
Students explore human health by creating a food dish in class. For this nuts lesson, students discuss pecans and identify the benefits of eating nuts and vegetables. Students prepare a dish for their classmates using pecans in the recipe.
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Lose the Fat, Keep the Vitamins... Drink Low fat Milk!
Pupils compare the different types of milk. In this adult health lesson, students examine the label and determine which is the healthiest. They discuss ways to switch from high fat to lower fat milk.
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Healthy Eating for Two: Prenatal Nutrition and Breastfeeding Myths and Truths
Students examine the common misconceptions about breastfeeding. In this adult health lesson plan, students explain the benefits of breastfeeding. They determine the food group they need to improve on based on the prenatal good guide.
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Quench That Thirst
Students examine the sugar and calorie content of different beverages. In this adult health lesson, students analyze how advertising can be very misleading. They determine the correct amount of juice or beverage they should take per day.
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Super-sized! Is it really a deal?
Students discuss the pros and cons of eating in fast food places. In this adult health lesson, student examine the fat and calorie content of fast food meals. They share ways to make healthy food choices.
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Family Mealtime: Take a New Look
Students share their family mealtime experience. For this adult health lesson, students explain the benefits of eating together. They share ideas on how to make mealtime fun.
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What's Cooking? It Starts with a Plan and a List
Students create a meal plan for their family. In this adult health science instructional activity, students discuss the benefits of using a shopping list. They explain how these methods can help them save time and make healthy meals.
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Healthy Teeth
Students discuss how unhealthy teeth and gums affect health. In this adult health lesson, students identify foods that are harmful to teeth. They share ways to keep the teeth and gums healthy and disease free.
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Water, Water Everywhere
Students explain the important role of water in the body. For this adult health lesson, students examine foods with high water content. They share ways to get the recommended amount of water per day.
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Get Healthy Now
Students share about healthy habits they practice at home. For this adult health lesson, students discuss the benefits of eating healthy foods. They watch a video and share their learning in class.
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Think Your Drink
Students examine their fluid intake and the types of beverage they drink. In this adult health lesson, students describe the risks of too much sugar in their drink. They brainstorm ways to cut back on sodas and drink healthy alternatives...
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Eating the Rainbow: At the Farmer's Market
Students share what type of fruit and vegetables they like. In this adult health lesson, students explain the benefits of eating healthy foods. They discuss recipe ideas that can be done at home.
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Breakfast, Off to a Good Start
Students discover the benefits of eating a healthy breakfast. In this adult health lesson plan, students compare the characteristics of breakfast eaters and nonbreakfast eaters. They examine cereals for their fiber and sugar content.
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Cooking with WIC Foods
Students share ideas about how they use their WIC foods. In this adult health lesson, students discuss benefits of eating a healthy diet. They create recipes using WIC food supplies.
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Eating for Health
Students examine their family's eating habits. In this adult health lesson, students discuss changes they plan to make in their family. They observe how hopscotch is played and try to do this at home.
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Eating on the Go: Finding Healthy Fast food Choices
Pupils discuss the pros and cons of supersizing fast foods. In this adult health lesson, students explain why fast food is so popular. They suggest healthier order strategies.
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Rate Your Family's Plate
Students examine their family's eating habits. In this adult health lesson, students share what they think from the survey facts presented to them. They set a goal for their family's health.
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How You Doing? How You Bean?
Students name 3 health benefits of eating beans. In this adult health lesson, students identify various beans they can get with their WIC vouchers. They discuss ways to adapt a certain recipe to their family's needs.
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Protein Foods
Students examine their protein intake daily. In this adult health lesson, students discover other protein rich foods besides meat. They name examples of vegetarian proteins found in the grocery stores.