Healthy Choices, Happy Lives

Amber Henry

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Healthy Choices, Happy Lives

Explore nutrition and well-being

This lesson introduces 5th-grade students to the relationship between nutrition and overall well-being. Students will learn about making healthy food choices and participate in a hands-on activity to plan a balanced meal. This lesson is important as it empowers students with knowledge to make informed decisions about their diet, promoting lifelong health and wellness.

Audience

5th Grade Students

Time

45 mins

Approach

Explore nutrition and well-being

Materials

Whiteboard and markers, Printed food pyramid handouts, Scissors and glue, Worksheet: Plan Your Balanced Meal, Discussion: Nutrition and Well-Being, and Quiz: Nutrition and Well-Being Quiz

Step 1

Introduction to Nutrition

10 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on what students know about nutrition.
Explain the importance of nutrition in maintaining overall well-being.
Introduce the concept of a balanced diet using the food pyramid.

Step 2

Discussion on Healthy Choices

10 mins

Engage students in a discussion about healthy and unhealthy food choices.
Use the 'Nutrition and Well-Being' discussion questions to guide the conversation.
Encourage students to share their favorite healthy meals.

Step 3

Hands-On Activity: Plan a Balanced Meal

15 mins

Distribute the 'Plan Your Balanced Meal' worksheet.
Instruct students to cut out food items and arrange them into a balanced meal on their worksheet.
Encourage creativity and ensure they include items from all food groups.

Step 4

Sharing and Reflection

5 mins

Have students share their meal plans with the class.
Discuss the variety of meals and the importance of including different food groups.
Reflect on how these choices can impact their well-being.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

Summarize the key points of the lesson.
Encourage students to think about how they can incorporate healthy choices into their daily lives.
Answer any remaining questions.

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Discussion

Nutrition and Well-Being

A discussion to explore students' understanding of nutrition and its impact on well-being.

What does nutrition mean to you?

Encourage students to think about how food affects their body and mind.

Can you name some healthy and unhealthy foods?

Guide students to categorize foods based on nutritional value.

Why is it important to have a balanced diet?

Discuss the benefits of a balanced diet for energy, growth, and health.

Worksheet

Plan Your Balanced Meal

A hands-on activity where students plan a balanced meal using cut-out food items.

Cut out the food items and arrange them into a balanced meal on your plate.

Include items from all food groups: fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, and dairy.

Quiz

Nutrition and Well-Being Quiz