Fueling Our Bodies: Learning About Healthy Eating: 2ND/3RD Grade Curriculum Plan

In this unit on good nutrition for 2nd and 3rd graders, students will learn the importance of making healthy food choices to fuel their bodies. Through fun, hands-on activities, such as creating balanced meal plans, exploring food groups, and discussing the benefits of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, students will gain an understanding of how different foods help their bodies grow strong and stay healthy. The unit will also include read-alouds, interactive games, and simple cooking projects to reinforce the concepts of portion sizes and nutritious snacks. By the end, students will be able to identify healthy foods and understand the basics of building a balanced diet.

This resource includes:

• Curriculum plan for Good Nutrition
• Separate lesson plans
• Video links
• Suggested read alouds
• Templates to use while teaching unit
• Extension ideas/projects
• At home suggestions for additional enrichment

Lessons included:

• Food Groups & Their Functions
• Introduction to Nutrition
• Understanding Balanced Meals
• Reading Nutritional Labels
• Meal Planning & Preparation