Love Your Body Script

Introduction and Warm-Up (5 minutes)

"Good morning, everyone! Today, we're going to talk about something very important – loving our bodies and choosing foods that help us grow strong and happy. Can everyone say, 'I love my body!'?"

"When I say 'body image,' I mean how we see and feel about our bodies. Can anyone tell me what they think 'nutritious foods' are? Maybe something colorful like fruits and vegetables, or food that gives us energy!"

Interactive Reading and Discussion (10 minutes)

"Now, we're going to read a story together called the 'Love Your Body Reading Material.' Let's all sit comfortably and listen closely. As we read, think about ways you love your body and foods that make you feel strong."

(Teacher reads the Love Your Body Reading Material aloud to the class.)

"That was a wonderful story! Now, let's talk about it. What was your favorite part of the story? How did it make you feel about your body?"

(Encourage students to share their thoughts. Use additional prompts if needed:)

"Did anyone hear about a food mentioned in the story that they already like to eat, or maybe a new food they want to try?"

"Remember, no answer is too small – every idea is special!"

Activity, Game, and Worksheet (10 minutes)

"Now it's time to move around and have some fun! We'll start with an activity. Please grab your Love Your Body Activity Sheet from your desk. On this sheet, you’ll find fun activities that remind us all the wonderful things our bodies can do. Follow the instructions, and feel free to share with a partner what makes your body amazing!"

"Great job, everyone! Now, let’s play a game called the Love Your Body Game. In this game, we’ll stand up and move like our favorite healthy foods. For example, you might wiggle like a juicy strawberry or stretch like a tall carrot. When I say your favorite food, show us your best move!"

(Teacher leads the game, ensuring all students are engaged and active.)

"Before we finish, I have one more activity. I'll pass out the Love Your Body Worksheet. On your worksheet, you can draw or write one thing you love about your body or a healthy food you enjoy. Take a few minutes to work on it quietly."

Conclusion (Wrap-Up)

"Thank you for sharing and participating today! Remember, your body is amazing and deserves love and care. Whether you're eating a healthy snack or playing, you're making choices that help your body be the best it can be. Keep loving yourself every day!"

"Before we go, does anyone want to share one thing they wrote or drew on their worksheet?"

(Allow a few volunteers to share.)

"Great job today, everyone! I can’t wait to see you all for our next fun lesson!"

Love Your Body Discussion Guide

This guide is designed to help you facilitate a thoughtful and engaging discussion about body image and healthy eating with your 2nd and 3rd grade students. Use the following questions and prompts to encourage your students to share their ideas and feelings in a supportive environment.

Opening Questions

• What does it mean to love your body?
  
  
  
  
  
  
• Can you share one thing you enjoy doing that makes you feel strong and happy?
  
  
  
  
  
  

Talking About Healthy Foods

• When you hear "nutritious foods," what foods come to your mind?
  
  
  
  
  
  
• Why do you think eating different kinds of foods, like fruits and vegetables, is important for our bodies?
  
  
  
  
  
  

Body Image and Feelings

• How do you feel when you think about your body?
  
  
  
  
  
  
• What are some ways we can show love and care for our bodies every day?
  
  
  
  
  
  

Connecting Story to Life

• What part of the story we read today made you think about how amazing our bodies are?
  
  
  
  
  
  
• Is there a healthy food from the story or one you know that you'd like to try? Why?
  
  
  
  
  
  

Reflection and Sharing

• After doing the activity, what did you learn about what makes your body special?
  
  
  
  
  
  
• Can anyone share one new idea they learned today about healthy eating or loving their body? (Encourage volunteering and ensure every sharing is celebrated!)
  
  
  
  
  
  

Follow-Up Points

• Remind students that every body is unique and amazing.
  
  
  
• Encourage students to continue exploring new healthy foods and activities that make them feel good.
  
  
  
• Emphasize that taking care of our body can be fun and creative.
  
  
  

This discussion guide is meant to be flexible. Feel free to add follow-up questions based on the students' interests and responses, and remember to acknowledge every idea shared to build a positive conversation atmosphere.

Love Your Body Activity Sheet

Welcome to the Love Your Body Activity! In this activity, you'll get a chance to think about all the amazing things your body can do and the delicious, healthy foods that help you grow strong and happy. Follow the tasks below and have fun!

Task 1: Draw Your Favorite Healthy Food

Draw a picture of a healthy food that you love to eat. It can be fruits, vegetables, or any food that makes you feel good.

Task 2: What Do You Love About Your Body?

On the next line, write or draw one thing that you love about your body. It could be your smile, your energy, or anything that makes you special.

Task 3: How Can You Take Care of Your Body?

Think about one fun way to take care of your body every day. It could be eating a colorful salad, playing outside, or dancing!
Write or draw your idea below.

Great job! Remember, every part of your body is amazing and deserves to be celebrated.

Love Your Body Game

In this game, you'll move and have fun while celebrating healthy foods and your amazing bodies. This movement-based activity helps us connect positive feelings with nutritious foods!

Game Instructions:

1. Teacher calls out the name of a healthy food, for example, "apple", "carrot", or "berry".
   
   
   
2. When your favorite food is announced, stand up and make a move that reminds you of that food. You might wiggle like a grape cluster, stretch tall like a carrot, or bounce like an energetic apple!
   
   
   
3. Feel free to use your imagination—maybe add a fun saving move to show how much you love your favorite food.
   
   
   
4. Listen carefully to the teacher's cues. When the teacher says "Switch!", everyone stops and gets ready for the next round.
   
   
   
5. Enjoy the game, laugh with your friends, and remember: every move is unique and wonderful—just like you!
   
   
   

Tips for the Teacher:

• Keep the energy high by encouraging all students to join in.
  
  
  
• Demonstrate a few moves to get the students excited and engaged.
  
  
  
• Provide positive feedback and celebrate every creative move.
  
  
  
• Adapt the game if needed, using quieter motions for students who might need them.
  
  
  

Let’s have some fun and love our bodies while we play this game!

Love Your Body Worksheet

Today, we learned about loving our bodies and choosing healthy foods that help us grow strong and happy. Use this worksheet to share your thoughts and drawings!

1. Draw Your Favorite Healthy Food

Draw a picture of a healthy food that you love. It could be something like an apple, carrot, or any colorful fruit or vegetable!

2. What Do You Love About Your Body?

On the space below, write or draw one thing that makes your body special. Maybe it's your smile, your energy, or something else that you love about yourself.

3. My Idea for a Healthy Habit

Think of one fun way you can take care of your body every day. It could be playing outside, eating a healthy snack, or dancing! Write or draw your idea.

Remember: every part of you is amazing and deserves to be celebrated!

Love Your Body Reading Material

Once upon a time, in a colorful town called Healthville, there was a little girl named Bella who loved to explore. Every morning, Bella woke up excited to discover new adventures, and she especially adored taking care of her amazing body. She believed her body was like a superhero's suit – strong, special, and ready to help her save the day!

Bella knew that eating healthy foods made her feel powerful and bright. Every breakfast was a rainbow of fruits, every lunch a burst of vegetables, and every snack a chance to try something fun and new. She would say, "Fruits and veggies give me the power to run, jump, dance, and play!"

One sunny day at school, Bella and her friends gathered under a big oak tree. Their teacher shared a wonderful story about how every part of them – from their tiny toes to their sparkling smiles – was unique and important. Bella listened carefully and felt a warm glow inside her heart. She realized that loving her body was about taking care of it, enjoying healthy foods, and celebrating all the amazing things it could do.

After the story, Bella decided to create a special drawing. She sketched a picture of herself surrounded by her favorite foods: a crunchy carrot, a juicy apple, and a bright bunch of grapes. In her drawing, she wrote, "I love my body because it lets me have adventures every day!"

Bella’s story spread throughout Healthville. Soon, all the children began to share how they felt about their bodies and the nutritious foods they enjoyed. They learned that when they cared for their bodies with love and good food, they could be strong, happy, and ready for any adventure that came their way.

And so, in Healthville, every day became a celebration of vibrant health, happy bodies, and the superpower of loving yourself!