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Healthy Habits Heroes

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Lesson Plan

Healthy Habits Heroes

Explore nutrition and physical activity

In this lesson, students will engage in fun, hands-on activities to explore the importance of nutrition and physical activity. By participating in these activities, students will learn about healthy eating habits and the benefits of staying active, which are essential for their overall well-being. This lesson aims to instill lifelong healthy habits in students, helping them make informed choices about their health.

Audience

3rd Grade Students

Time

1 hour

Approach

Explore nutrition and physical activity

Materials

Post-it notes, Markers, Healthy Habits Worksheet, Discussion Questions, and Printable Cards

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion about what students know about healthy habits.
  • Ask students why they think nutrition and physical activity are important.
  • Introduce the lesson's objectives: exploring nutrition and physical activity.

Step 2

Activity 1: Nutrition Exploration

15 mins

  • Distribute the Healthy Habits Worksheet.
  • Have students list their favorite foods and categorize them into food groups.
  • Discuss the importance of a balanced diet and how different foods help our bodies.

Step 3

Activity 2: Physical Activity Challenge

15 mins

  • Organize a simple physical activity challenge, such as a relay race or jumping jacks.
  • Discuss how physical activity helps keep our bodies strong and healthy.
  • Encourage students to think of other fun activities they can do at home.

Step 4

Discussion

10 mins

  • Use the Discussion Questions to facilitate a conversation about what students learned.
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts on how they can incorporate healthy habits into their daily lives.

Step 5

Closure

10 mins

  • Recap the key points of the lesson.
  • Ask students to share one new healthy habit they plan to try.
  • Distribute Printable Cards with healthy habit tips for students to take home.
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Discussion

Healthy Habits Discussion

A discussion to help students reflect on what they learned about nutrition and physical activity.

What are some healthy foods you enjoy eating?

Encourage students to think about different food groups and how they contribute to health.







Why is it important to stay active?

Discuss the benefits of physical activity, such as strength, energy, and mood improvement.







How can you incorporate healthy habits into your daily routine?

Guide students to think about small, manageable changes they can make.







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Worksheet

Healthy Habits Worksheet

A worksheet to help students categorize their favorite foods and understand the importance of a balanced diet.

List your favorite foods and categorize them into food groups.

Think about fruits, vegetables, grains, proteins, and dairy.







Why is it important to eat a variety of foods?

Consider how different foods help different parts of your body.







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Worksheet

Healthy Habits Printable Cards

Cards with tips for maintaining healthy habits, designed for students to take home and share with their families.




Eat a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables every day.







Try a new physical activity each week.







Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.







Limit sugary snacks and drinks.







Get enough sleep to help your body rest and grow.




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