Lesson Plan

Snack Time Transformation

Guide 6th graders to identify healthy vs. unhealthy snacks and creatively design their own healthy snack, promoting better eating choices.

This lesson promotes healthy eating habits while engaging students in fun, creative food choices which support overall wellness and decision-making skills.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Discussion

5 minutes

Step 2

Snack Ingredient Sorting

10 minutes

Step 3

Snack Creation Challenge

25 minutes

Step 4

Snack Reflection

5 minutes

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Healthy vs. Unhealthy Snacks

Introduce the main differences between healthy and unhealthy snacks using images and bullet-point comparisons. Use this slide as a starting point for discussion. Emphasize the importance of nutrient-rich foods vs. high-sugar, high-fat snacks.

Examples of Healthy Snacks

Show images illustrating examples of healthy snacks (like fruits, vegetables, nuts) and unhealthy snacks (like chips, cookies, sugary treats) to further engage students visually.

Examples of Unhealthy Snacks

Show corresponding examples of unhealthy snacks to compare and contrast with healthy examples.

Why Make Healthy Choices?

Facilitate discussion: Ask students why they think certain snacks are healthier than others and what ingredients contribute to making a snack healthy. Encourage participation and validate responses.

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Healthy Snacks Challenge

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