8 MyPlate Lesson Ideas for K-2nd Grade

Whether you are teaching in school, homeschool, or you just like to teach your kids about nutrition, use these lesson ideas to make education fun! For more free printable nutrition lesson plans go here.  Also check out Healthy kids Challenge for great nutrition curriculum tools!

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Choose MyPlat

http://www.choosemyplate.gov/foodgroups/downloads/MyPlate/ColoringSheet.pdf

http://www.choosemyplate.gov/foodgroups/downloads/MyPlate/ColoringSheetBlank.pdf

Add More Vegetables to Your Day

Focus on Fruits

Got Your Dairy Today?

http://www.choosemyplate.gov/foodgroups/dairy_counts_table.html

With Protein Foods, Variety is Key

http://blog.superhealthykids.com/2011/10/healthy-afternoon-snack-soft-pretzels-hummus/

Build a Healthy Meal

http://www.cnpp.usda.gov/Publications/MyPlate/GraphicsSlick.pdf

Kid-Friendly Veggies and Fruits

Cut Back on Your Kid’s Sweet Treats

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For more lesson plan ideas, visit Super Healthy Kids