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Nutrition:

Researching different types of healthy foods and why they are good for you. For grades K- 2.

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K-12 Education Standards

NHES 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8

Common Core

ELA CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RST.6-12

Math CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.NF.A

NG DCI LS1.C, DCI ESS3.A

ISTE 1c, 3a, 3b

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Getting Started with K-12 Resources

Good health is important at any age, and teaching youth healthy habits is a great place to start! NLM and NNLM offer plenty of resources for caregivers and educators to use to support physical, mental, and socio-emotional growth. check out some NNLM resources below, or select a topic from the tabs above.

Training: check out NNLM's live and on-demand classes about health information resources and programs. If you're new to NNLM, you will need to create an NNLM account to register for classes.

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Nutrition and Wellness

Delve into these web resources all about nutritional health and wellness! Learn about healthy eating, fitness and exercise, food groups, nutrition facts labels, and more with these great sites. Explore fun games and activities for kids, cool sites just for teens, and tips and information for parents, K-12 educators, and other adults. Coming straight from sources like the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), you can be sure the information you'll find at these links is accurate and up-to-date.

General resources: All ages

MyPlate (USDA): the USDA's MyPlate site features information on the 5 food groups that make a balanced diet. Explore tips, quizzes, recipes, and other resources for all ages and life stages.

Food Info (FDA): the FDA is the government agency that ensures medications and food are safe. Head to their Food site to learn more about food safety and Nutrition Facts labels!

Food and Nutrition Information Center (USDA National Agricultural Library): learn about dietary guidelines, nutrition labels, food insecurity assistance programs, and the latest nutritional science research on the National Agricultural Library's Food and Nutrition Information Center site.

Eatright (Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics): eatright features articles on Food, Health, and Fitness for people of all walks of life. There's something here for everyone, whether you're looking for tips on keeping your takeout orders healthy, special diets for different health conditions, or exercise ideas for the whole family.

MedlinePlus Childhood Nutrition: whether you're a kid, teen, parent, or just looking for quality health information, find tons of great reading on childhood and adolescent nutrition on MedlinePlus, a National Library of Medicine resource.

MedlinePlus: Definition of Nutrition Terms: Find the definitions for various nutritional health related terms on MedlinePlus.

BAM! Nutrition Facts Labels (CDC): nutrition Facts labels have undergone some changes in recent years. Use the CDC's BAM! site to learn about these changes, and how to read these new labels to ensure your own healthy eating.

Just Enough for You: About Food Portions (NIDDK): this webpage from the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases can help you figure out Nutrition Facts labels, serving sizes, and healthy food portions.

K-5th

MyPlate Kids (USDA): on MyPlate Kids, kids can learn about the food groups with fun games and activity sheets. They can also become MyPlate Champions by pledging to eat healthy and exercise every day!

Food and My World (NIEHS): the Food and My World page from the NIH's Kids Environmental Health Sciences features fun puzzles, games, and illustrated articles on healthy eating and food safety.

KidsHealth Nutrition & Fitness Center (Nemours): the KidsHealth Nutrition & Fitness Center is your source for articles, videos, and activities on everything from kids' nutrition, to easy recipes, to sports and exercise, to how the body works to digest food.

6th-12th

Girlshealth.gov: Nutrition: GirlsHealth.gov from the HHS Office on Women's Health is a great place for tween and teen girls to come together to learn about the basics of nutrition and healthy eating with articles and comments from girls like you.

MyPlate Teens (USDA): MyPlate Teens links tweens and teens to helpful resources on healthy eating and exercise, like tip sheets, fitness guides, and the free MyPlate app.

Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers (NIDDK): the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases provides this teen's guide to a healthy lifestyle, which includes healthy eating, exercise, and other healthy habits. Learn about how the body processes nutrients, what a healthy diet consists of, and get some great exercise tips here!

TeensHealth Nutrition & Fitness Center (Nemours): head to the TeensHealth Nutrition & Fitness Center for articles, video tutorials, recipes, and Q&As on healthy living, sports and exercise, and food and nutrition.

Nutrition and Wellness

Delve into these web resources all about nutritional health and wellness! Learn about healthy eating, fitness and exercise, food groups, nutrition facts labels, and more with these great sites. Explore fun games and activities for kids, cool sites just for teens, and tips and information for parents, K-12 educators, and other adults. Coming straight from sources like the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), you can be sure the information you'll find at these links is accurate and up-to-date.

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Good health is important at any age, and teaching youth healthy habits is a great place to start! NLM and NNLM offer plenty of resources for caregivers and educators to use to support physical, mental, and socio-emotional growth. check out some NNLM resources below, or select a topic from the tabs above.

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Kindergarten Nutrition Curriculum

Key Concepts

- Introduction to healthy foods

- Understanding basic food groups

Learning Objectives

- Identify healthy foods (fruits, vegetables, grains, proteins, dairy).

Activities

1. Food Group Sorting

- Use pictures or plastic food models to sort into different food groups.

- Discuss why each food group is important.

2. Healthy Eating Plate

- Create a paper plate collage with pictures of healthy foods.

- Explain the balanced meal concept.

Grade 1 Nutrition Curriculum

Key Concepts

- Deeper understanding of food groups and their benefits

- Introduction to the concept of balanced meals

Learning Objectives

- Describe the benefits of each food group.

- Identify examples of balanced meals.

Activities

1. Food Group Poster

- Create posters about different food groups and their benefits.

- Present posters to the class.

2. Balanced Meal Craft

- Use construction paper to make a balanced meal on a paper plate.

- Discuss why each part of the meal is important.

3. Healthy Habits Chart

- Create a chart to track daily food intake and physical activity.

- Encourage students to share their healthy habits with the class.

Grade 2 Nutrition Curriculum

Key Concepts

- Detailed exploration of nutrients

- Understanding the relationship between nutrition and health

- Developing personal healthy eating habits

Learning Objectives

- Identify key nutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals) and their sources.

- Explain how proper nutrition contributes to overall health.

- Begin to develop personal healthy eating and activity plans.

Activities

1. Nutrient Detective

- Investigate and present on different nutrients and their sources.

- Create a nutrient-rich food collage.

2. My Healthy Plate

- Use a divided plate to plan a healthy meal, focusing on portion sizes and variety.

- Discuss the importance of each component in their meal.

3. Food Label Reading

- Introduce food labels and how to read them.

- Practice identifying key information on food labels.

- Set personal goals and track progress over time.

Integration with NH State Standards

New Hampshire Health Education Curriculum Guidelines:

1. HEALTH CONCEPTS

- K-2 students will understand essential health concepts related to nutrition and physical activity.

2. ANALYZING INFLUENCES

- Students will recognize the influence of family, peers, culture, media, technology, and other factors on health behaviors.

3. ACCESSING INFORMATION

- Students will demonstrate the ability to access valid health information and health-promoting products and services.

4. HEALTHY BEHAVIORS

- Students will practice health-enhancing behaviors and avoid or reduce health risks.

5. ADVOCACY

- Students will demonstrate the ability to advocate for personal, family, and community health.

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Food, Nutrition, and Diet | PBS LearningMedia

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Find lessons on Food, Nutrition, and Diet for all grades. Free interactive resources and activities for the classroom and home.

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BrainPOP Jr. - Animated Educational Site for Kids - Science, Social Studies, English, Math, Arts & Music, Health, and Technology

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Bodies need nutrients - like vitamins, minerals, proteins and carbohydrates - to grow up healthy. These nutrients mainly come from the food you eat. Just as cars need gasoline to run, your body needs food to keep going. But not just any food. To be your healthiest, you need to give your body the right kinds and amounts of food.

Have Fun with Fruit

Fruits have important nutrients to keep your body healthy. Here are a few ideas of how to enjoy more fruit, more often:

Grab an apple for a quick snack. Try different types like red delicious, gala, fuji or granny smith - there are over 7,500 varieties of apples worldwide!

Join your parents on food shopping trips. Ask to try new fruits like peaches, cantaloupe, pears and kiwi - there are a lot of sweet and delicious fruits that you can have fun tasting.

Make a fruit salad with a mix of strawberries, oranges, grapes and pineapple - or whatever else you have in the house.

Mix it up! Blend frozen fruit, juice and low-fat or fat-free yogurt to make a healthy shake that tastes great.

Top cereal, oatmeal, or toast with strawberries, blueberries or bananas.

Drink 100% juice without added sugar - try fresh orange or apple juice.

Vary your Veggies

Vegetables have the vitamins, minerals and fiber your body needs to grow up healthy. Here are some simple ideas to eat more veggies everyday:

Snack on veggies like baby carrots, cucumber slices, and celery sticks.

Keep it colorful - make a salad with a variety of veggies, like corn, carrots, and spinach!

Join your parents on food shopping trips and choose new veggies like sweet potatoes, beets, red pepper or sugar snap peas - have fun exploring colorful varieties, learning about what's in season and tasting new foods.

Try mixing vegetables into your favorite foods. For instance, order a veggie pizza with toppings like mushrooms, green peppers, and onions - ask for extra veggies.

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Discover MyPlate: Nutrition Education for Kindergarten | Food and Nutrition Service

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Explore the expanded edition of Discover MyPlate: Nutrition Education for Kindergarten. The updated set includes additional food cards, Spanish-language components, and fun new resources showing where food comes from.

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Today's Wonder of the Day was inspired by zach from lees summit , MO. zach Wonders, " why are they called super foods " Thanks for WONDERing with us, zach!

Imagine you're shopping for your family. What foods will you choose? Do you head straight for the frozen pizza? Will you fill your cart with chicken nuggets? Or would you rather grab a box of your favorite breakfast cereal?

Maybe you're looking for healthy snacks! If so, you might pick out a few superfoods. No, these foods don't have a large "S" on them like Superman's costume. But their health might seem like superpowers!

The term "superfood" has been around quite a while. People have started using it more over the last . What exactly makes a food super? Many kids probably think pizza is super! It's very , after all. But "superfood" describes foods that are in . This makes them healthy additions to your diet.

There's no exact definition of superfood, though. In fact, you'll find that scientists and dietitians rarely use the term. Instead, many "superfood" a term used to point out foods that have certain health . Most superfoods are plant-based. However, there are a few fish and dairy foods on the list.

Have you ever tried blueberries? How about kiwifruit? Maybe you've had kale or spinach with a meal. These are all examples of superfoods! And there are plenty of others-salmon, beans, whole grains, and quinoa just to name a few. Many items have been labeled superfoods at one time or another.

Superfoods are packed with vitamins and minerals. Many are high in fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants . These have a variety of health . The amount of in a superfood can vary wildly. Some superfoods are more super than others!

Should you eat superfoods? It's always a good idea to get plenty of vitamins and minerals. However, eating only superfoods won't necessarily make you healthier. Instead, the key is always to eat a balanced diet. Include many nutritious foods in moderate quantities.

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Today's Wonder of the Day will make you hungry...and healthy!

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