Lesson Plan

Snack Smart Starter

Students will identify key nutrients in pre-activity snacks and collaboratively plan balanced snack pairings to fuel physical activity, applying nutritional concepts to real-life scenarios.

Understanding how carbs, protein, and healthy fats impact energy helps students make informed snack choices that enhance performance and overall health.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Objective

1 minute

Step 2

Fuel Facts Flash Review

2 minutes

Step 3

Grab & Go Snack Quiz

2 minutes

Step 4

Group Snack Planning

2 minutes

Step 5

Wrap-Up & Assessment

1 minute

Slide Deck

Fuel Facts Flash

Introduce the slide deck and set the stage for learning. Emphasize that these nutrients fuel our bodies for activities like sports and play.

Carbohydrates: Quick Energy

Define carbohydrates and distinguish between simple (quick) and complex (longer-lasting) carbs. Ask students for examples they know.

Protein: Building & Repair

Explain how protein helps with muscle building and repair. Invite students to share protein snacks they’ve tried.

Healthy Fats: Lasting Fuel

Highlight how healthy fats give sustained energy. Discuss portion size and balance with carbs and protein.

Putting It All Together

Summarize how combining these nutrients creates balanced fuel. Transition to the quiz and group activity.

Lesson Plan

Snack Smart Starter

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

Step 1

Introduction & Objective

Step 2

Fuel Facts Flash Review

Step 3

Grab & Go Snack Quiz

Step 4

Group Snack Planning

Step 5

Wrap-Up & Assessment

Slide Deck

Fuel Facts Flash

Carbohydrates: Quick Energy

Protein: Building & Repair

Healthy Fats: Lasting Fuel

Putting It All Together

Warm Up

Fuel Up Fast

Lori Danko