Student groups given parts of the food pyramid to build a pyramid. Students fill in worksheet showing the number of servings necessary for each food group. Homework - Students are to write down what they eat for one week. Students fill out worksheet of where to find fruits and vegetables. Homework - Bring in labels from food products.
Students divide food labels according to where they fall on the food pyramid.
Student groups assigned a food group to explore. Students report to class about serving size of their food group. Student groups read labels of a variety of products. Group records what type of information is found on the food labels. Food Finder Student groups select a meal from a fast food restaurant.