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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Making Choices

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students work with a partner to write a play, story or ad that teaches about our choices as consumers. Students focus on educating people about how food choices make a difference in their lives.
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Website
PBS

Pbs Frontline: The Alternative Fix

For Students 9th - 10th
Investigate the expanding industry of alternative medicine, pondering whether this is good medicine or just good business. Analyze the role of government in regulating the industry, and explore alternative treatments and therapies...
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Lesson Plan
PBS

Pbs Teachers: Fat: Obesity, Eating Habits and Weight Loss

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Evaluate current guidelines for a healthy diet, compare them to one's own eating habits and learn safe behaviors for maintaining a healthy weight. Analyze the food pyramid, fast-food and health-food nutrition and the causes of obesity.