Lesson Plan
MyPlate Nutrition Adventure
Basics of nutrition: introduction to MyPlate
This lesson introduces 6th graders to the basics of nutrition through the MyPlate model. Students will learn about the five food groups and how to balance their meals for a healthy diet. This lesson is important as it equips students with foundational knowledge about nutrition, helping them make informed food choices and promoting lifelong healthy eating habits.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Step 1
Introduction to MyPlate
10 mins
Step 2
Video Viewing
18 mins
Step 3
Active Learning Activity
15 mins
Step 4
Discussion and Sharing
5 mins
Step 5
Closure
2 mins

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