Included are two lesson plans for 1st graders regarding nutrition concepts. The first lesson involves teaching kids about food pyramids and reading menus. The students will look through menus in small groups and choose the healthiest menu. In the second lesson, the children will work together to pack a healthy lunch, then the class will have a picnic with their self packed lunches. I used the Sunshine State Standards Website, 5 a Day For Better Health, Teaching Strategies.com, and Health Safety and Nutrition for Young Children book. I also consulted a second grade teacher from Lakemont Elementary, where I volunteer in a second grade class, and observed her room for posters and materials related to health and nutrition.
Included are two lesson plans for 1st graders regarding nutrition concepts. The first lesson involves teaching kids about food pyramids and reading menus. The students will look through menus in small groups and choose the healthiest menu. In the second lesson, the children will work together to pack a healthy lunch, then the class will have a picnic with their self packed lunches. I used the Sunshine State Standards Website, 5 a Day For Better Health, Teaching Strategies.com, and Health Safety and Nutrition for Young Children book. I also consulted a second grade teacher from Lakemont Elementary, where I volunteer in a second grade class, and observed her room for posters and materials related to health and nutrition.