Lesson Plan
Decoding Health Choices Lesson Plan
Students will learn to decode nutrition labels and apply this knowledge to assess food choices, completing a label analysis worksheet and reflecting on healthier habits.
Understanding nutrition labels empowers students to make informed dietary decisions, building lifelong health literacy and critical thinking skills.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Engagement
5 minutes
Step 2
Label Interpretation Activity
15 minutes
Step 3
Group Discussion
10 minutes
Step 4
Application to Food Choices
10 minutes
Step 5
Reflection and Exit Ticket
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Decoding Health Choices
Why Nutrition Labels Matter
Session Objectives
Nutrition Label Components
Serving Size & Calories
Interpreting Nutrients
Label Interpretation Activity
Group Discussion
Choosing Healthier Snacks
Reflection & Exit Ticket
Thank You
Worksheet
Activity
Cool Down
