Lesson Plan
Nutrition Label Lab Plan
Students will learn to read and interpret key nutrition label components and apply this knowledge to select healthier snack options in a guided small-group setting.
This lesson builds label literacy and critical decision-making skills, empowering students to make informed, healthier snack choices now and in the future.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Mini Lesson: Nutrition Label Review
10 minutes
Step 3
Label Detective Challenge
10 minutes
Step 4
Snack Swap Worksheet
7 minutes
Step 5
Wrap-Up & Assessment
3 minutes
Slide Deck
Read That Label: Unlocking Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Label Elements
Serving Size & Servings per Container
Calories, Fat & Sugars
% Daily Value (% DV)
Ingredient List & Hidden Ingredients
Think Like a Label Detective
Ready for the Label Detective Challenge?
Activity
Worksheet
