My HEALTHY Plate: Nutrition Mini Unit Study

The My HEALTHY Plate: Nutrition Mini Unit Study is a 26-page interactive resource designed to teach kids about balanced meals and the importance of healthy eating. This engaging unit study helps children explore the basics of nutrition and how to build their own healthy plates based on the MyPlate method.

What’s Inside:

• Introduction to Nutrition: Learn what nutrition is and why it’s vital for growth, energy, and overall health.
• Healthy Plate Visual Guide: A colorful, easy-to-understand MyPlate illustration that divides foods into five main groups: fruits, vegetables, proteins, grains, and dairy/fat.
• Food Group Breakdown: Detailed explanations of each food group, including examples of foods, the nutrients they provide, and why they are important for the body.
• Create Your Own Healthy Plate Activity: Hands-on worksheets where kids can build their own balanced plate by drawing or cutting out pictures of healthy foods from each group.
• Daily MyPlate Meal Tracker: A template for kids to log their meals for a week, helping them apply what they've learned about balanced nutrition.
• Healthy Eating Goals Worksheet: A dedicated space where kids can set personal goals to improve their eating habits and reflect on how to make healthier choices.
• Reflection Activities: Activities for children to think critically about their own diet and how they can create healthier meals at home.
• Eat A Rainbow: A special section that introduces the concept of “eating the rainbow,” encouraging kids to add colorful fruits and vegetables to their meals. This helps kids understand the importance of getting a variety of nutrients from different colors in their diet.

Interactive Features with QR Codes: Throughout the unit study, you’ll find QR codes that link to educational videos.

Why You’ll Love It:

• 26 Pages of Engaging Content
• Easy-to-Follow Layout
• Interactive QR Codes
• Encourages Healthy Habits

Digital Download Notice:

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