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Fuel Up Lesson Plan

Students will explore basic nutrition by categorizing foods into groups, analyzing real nutrition labels, and creating balanced meal plans to understand how food fuels their bodies.

This lesson builds foundational knowledge of nutrition, encouraging healthier food choices, boosting energy levels, and fostering lifelong wellness habits in 6th graders.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction to Nutrition

5 minutes

Step 2

Food Group Exploration

8 minutes

Step 3

Nutrition Label Scavenger Hunt

7 minutes

Step 4

Balanced Meal Planning Activity

8 minutes

Step 5

Conclusion and Reflection

2 minutes

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Fuel Up! Nutrition Quest

What is Nutrition?

The 5 Food Groups

Nutrition Label Scavenger Hunt

Balanced Meal Planning

Conclusion & Reflection

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Fuel Up! Nutrition Quest

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