Nutrition

A 12-week introductory cooking curriculum for elementary students focusing on safety, nutrition, and the emotional connection to food.

A 5-day health unit for 6th graders exploring body systems and hygiene through the lens of a 'Maintenance Manual' for their bodies. Designed for easy implementation by a substitute teacher.

A 2-day condensed unit for 10th-grade sports nutrition focused on identifying industry "Red Flags" and expert consensus for supplement safety. Students complete a digital Label Hunt and a final synthesis assessment to demonstrate mastery.

A comprehensive health and wellness unit focusing on nutrition, physical activity, and mental well-being to empower students to make informed lifestyle choices.

Unité complète sur le fonctionnement du corps humain, se concentrant sur la nutrition, la digestion et l'importance d'une alimentation saine pour la croissance et l'activité.

Students become 'Label Legends' as they master the art of reading nutrition facts and ingredient lists. They learn to identify key nutrients, calculate serving sizes, visualize sugar content, and decode ingredient lists to make informed, healthy food choices.

A comprehensive investigation into caffeine consumption, marketing tactics, and physiological effects, designed to transform 7th-grade students into critical analysts of the energy drink industry.

A comprehensive 6th-grade health sequence exploring the physiological effects of stimulants on the central nervous system, from caffeine to high-potency substances. Students investigate anatomy, neurotransmission, and the cycle of addiction through hands-on activities and scientific modeling.

A comprehensive health sequence where students become nutritional detectives, learning to decode nutrition facts and ingredient lists to make informed dietary choices in a marketing-driven world.

A comprehensive 8th-grade sequence that transforms students into 'Nutrition Detectives.' Students learn to look past front-of-package marketing by mastering serving size math, interpreting % Daily Values, identifying hidden sugars, evaluating additives/allergens, and critiquing health claims to make evidence-based dietary choices.

An introductory high school nutrition unit designed for the first week of school, blending foundational food science with personal wellness. Delivered via student-directed print-and-go packets, this sequence requires minimal substitute teacher intervention while keeping students highly engaged.

An inquiry-based health and media literacy unit focused on decoding food marketing, understanding nutritional claims, and analyzing nutrition labels. Students learn to think critically about dietary choices and food industry marketing tactics.

A two-week wellness unit for middle schoolers focused on analyzing influences (media, tech, values) and mastering health-enhancing decision-making models. Students culminate their learning by creating a collaborative research poster on a chosen wellness topic.

A 12-week introductory cooking curriculum for elementary students focusing on safety, nutrition, and the emotional connection to food.

A professional 6-week certification-style journey into Ayurveda. Each week features a comprehensive 2-hour 'Deep Dive Module' combining academic reading, interactive reflections, and knowledge checks, supported by practical 'Applied Healing' assignments (1-2 hours) for real-world integration.

A comprehensive session exploring the relationship between nutrition, mental health, and substance abuse recovery, focusing on carbohydrate timing and fiber's impact on mood and energy.

A 4-day end-of-semester review event where students compete in 'Olympic heats' covering child development from toddlers to middle childhood, safety protocols, and nutrition. Each day features competitive activities that reward accuracy and teamwork as teams aim for the gold medal.

A comprehensive lesson sequence designed to empower students to become 'Heart Heroes' through education and advocacy for cardiovascular health.

A comprehensive human biology unit designed for life skills students, focusing on functional anatomy, major body systems, sensory awareness, and daily health habits through visual-heavy instruction and practical activities.

A vibrant, song-filled journey for preschoolers to explore the five food groups. Each lesson focuses on identification, nutrients, and body benefits through visual storytelling and catchy rhymes.

A 4th-grade nutrition and wellness unit focusing on self-awareness, healthy habits, food influences, and cultural traditions. Students will learn how to make healthy choices for their bodies, minds, and feelings.

A 2-day intensive exploration into the neurobiology of nutrition and the physiological feedback loops between gut health, movement, and mental well-being for middle schoolers.

A comprehensive 7th-grade child development course focused on safety, basic caregiving, developmental milestones, and professional babysitting business skills. The curriculum is designed for 45-minute class periods and aligns with Urbandale CSD standards and proficiency scales.

A 3-part series for morning meetings focused on how breakfast, sugar intake, and hydration directly impact energy, mood stability, and concentration for 4th graders.

A senior secondary literacy lesson focused on advanced paragraph construction techniques including Kernel Sentences, the Seldon Method, and sentence upgrading for high-level analysis.

A 50-minute lesson for 6th graders where students become 'Label Detectives' to decode food labels and make healthier snack choices.

This lesson explores the three primary macronutrients—carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Students will discover how these 'big nutrients' provide energy and support vital body functions through engaging visuals and a hands-on meal-building activity.

A comprehensive lesson exploring the link between nutrition, the gut microbiome, and mental well-being, designed for middle schoolers.

A dynamic lesson where 7th graders explore the link between physical habits and mental performance, designing their own 'hero' routines for success.

A comprehensive lesson on the USDA MyPlate guidelines, focusing on the five food groups, nutrient density, and planning balanced meals for a healthy lifestyle.

A comprehensive lesson exploring the science of energy drinks, their health impacts, and how to make better beverage choices through scenario analysis and data comparison.

Children will explore various vegetables and assemble their own healthy salads, learning about nutrition and making healthy choices through a hands-on culinary experience.

This lesson covers the physiological effects of caffeine on the body and provides clear, evidence-based guidelines for safe consumption across different age groups based on FDA and NIH standards.

A hands-on sorting game and mnemonic system to help clients naturally learn and remember which fruits and vegetables are in season. Includes sorting mats, printable cards, and a cheat sheet featuring climate-based cues and catchy alliterative phrases.

This lesson centers on standard H2.N6.6, helping students explore real-life circumstances like budget, schedule, and nutritional needs that influence food choices and eating behaviors. Through a hands-on project packet, students analyze middle school personas, budget their food, plan balanced meals, and reflect on decision-making influences.

A group-building scavenger hunt where students work in teams to identify healthy foods, manage a budget, and practice social skills in a real-world grocery setting.

A comprehensive study guide covering nutrition, body systems, mental health, and disease prevention based on the Health Final Exam.

A senior secondary literacy lesson focused on advanced paragraph construction techniques including Kernel Sentences, the Seldon Method, and sentence upgrading for high-level analysis.

A 50-minute lesson for 6th graders where students become 'Label Detectives' to decode food labels and make healthier snack choices.

This lesson explores the three primary macronutrients—carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Students will discover how these 'big nutrients' provide energy and support vital body functions through engaging visuals and a hands-on meal-building activity.

A comprehensive lesson exploring the link between nutrition, the gut microbiome, and mental well-being, designed for middle schoolers.

A dynamic lesson where 7th graders explore the link between physical habits and mental performance, designing their own 'hero' routines for success.

A comprehensive lesson on the USDA MyPlate guidelines, focusing on the five food groups, nutrient density, and planning balanced meals for a healthy lifestyle.

A comprehensive lesson exploring the science of energy drinks, their health impacts, and how to make better beverage choices through scenario analysis and data comparison.

An energetic classroom scavenger hunt where students find hidden task cards to identify nutrients based on their functions, followed by a collaborative review.

This lesson covers the physiological effects of caffeine on the body and provides clear, evidence-based guidelines for safe consumption across different age groups based on FDA and NIH standards.

A group-building scavenger hunt where students work in teams to identify healthy foods, manage a budget, and practice social skills in a real-world grocery setting.

A 30-minute Tier 2 small group lesson for 9th graders focusing on high-performance, body-neutral fueling. It replaces juvenile metaphors with a professional 'Fueling Strategy' framework, emphasizing nutritional density, sensory satisfaction, and the 'Four Pillars' of strategic meal design.