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Nutrition

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Essential food groups, nutrient functions, and balanced meal planning. Develops skills for interpreting nutrition labels and adopting lifelong healthy eating patterns.

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Nutrition BasicsEssential macronutrients, vitamins, and minerals necessary for growth, energy, and disease prevention. Examines food groups, hydration, and the interpretation of nutrition labels.
Food GroupsClassification of the five major food groups and their specific contributions to physical growth and energy levels. Examines portion sizes and balanced meal planning using current dietary guidelines.
Balanced MealsEssential food groups, macronutrient distribution, and portion sizing for optimal physiological function. Guides students in constructing nutritionally complete plates using established dietary frameworks.
Healthy Eating HabitsNutrient density, food group identification, and the long-term impact of hydration on physical health. Equips learners with portion control techniques and label-reading skills for informed dietary decision-making.
Sequence
Safety Scouts Worksheet
Safety Scout Slides

Kitchen Crusaders

A 2-lesson unit designed to introduce elementary students to kitchen safety, tool identification, and visual recipe following through the creation of no-bake energy bites.

HC

Heather Cortez

Special Education Teacher
3/9
Sequence
Power Plate Slides
Daily Fuel Tracker Worksheet
Balanced Bite Reference Sheet
Power Plate Teacher Guide

Vitality Vibes

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

JK

Jonda Krontz

Special Education Teacher
2/13
Sequence
Kitchen Chemists Lesson Plan
Plate Power Slides
Grocery Goal Worksheet
Snack Smart Task Cards

Body and World Basics

A functional biology curriculum designed for life skills students, focusing on practical knowledge of nutrition, personal hygiene, and environmental stewardship through hands-on activities and visual aids.

EE

Erin Esswein

Special Education Teacher
2/12
Sequence
Food Family Slides
Grocery Detective Worksheet
Food Group Teacher Guide

Balanced Meal Builders

Students transition from identifying individual food groups to constructing nutritionally complete meal plans. The unit covers food groups, MyPlate proportions, nutrient functions, portion sizes, and culminates in a school menu design project.

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Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Food Group Sort Slides
Food Group Sorting Worksheet
Mystery Bag Teacher Guide

Plate Power Nutrition

A comprehensive nutrition sequence for 2nd graders focused on the MyPlate framework. Students learn to categorize food, understand its functions, visualize portions, and design balanced meals through hands-on activities.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Sorting Slides
Food Group Sort Worksheet

Balanced Meal Design

Students investigate the five major food groups to understand how nutrients fuel the body. They learn to classify foods, connect nutrients to health, estimate portion sizes, and eventually design balanced daily menus using the MyPlate framework.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Pantry Power Teacher Guide
Pantry Power Slides
Pantry Power Worksheet

Fuel for Fun

This sequence guides 2nd-grade students through identifying the five food groups, understanding their health benefits using the 'Go, Grow, Glow' model, estimating portions with hand cues, and designing balanced meals. Students progress from basic categorization to applying nutritional knowledge in a final meal-planning workshop.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Signal Spotter Worksheet
Signal Spotter Slides
Detective Debrief Guide

Body Detectives Agency

A comprehensive unit for 2nd graders to develop interoception and self-care skills by interpreting internal signals (hunger, thirst, fatigue) and responding with healthy choices in nutrition, hydration, and movement.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Fueling Super Bodies Lesson Plan
Healthy Eating Slide Deck
Healthy Eating Script

Fueling Our Super Bodies

A week-long nutrition unit for K-3rd graders focusing on the five food groups, balanced meals, and the importance of healthy fuel for the body and mind.

VJ

Vicky Jaime

School Administrator
10/29/25
Sequence
Quest Begins Lesson Plan
Quest Begins Teacher Script
All About Me Worksheet
Feelings Match Game Cards
Name & Happy Thing Activity Card

Wellness Explorers Quest

A 12-session group health and wellbeing program for Pre-K–2nd graders exploring functional health, goal-setting, communication, and physical wellness through a 'Quest' theme. This sequence includes the first 8 sessions with complete lesson plans, scripts, and student activities.

CC

Chara C.

Paraprofessional
7/9/25
Sequence
Cooking Master Lesson Plan
Kitchen Safety Guide Handout
Safety Superstars Quiz Worksheet

Cooking Up Fun

This 6-session culinary education sequence is designed for 6-9 year olds, focusing on basic cooking skills, kitchen safety, and healthy eating habits. Students will progress from safety fundamentals to preparing their own healthy meals and snacks.

K

Karley

General Education Teacher
4/17/25
Sequence
Global Bites Facilitator Guide
Global Bites Explorer Log
Global Bites Instructional Slides
Global Bites Discussion Guide

Global Bites

A vibrant two-session afterschool program where students explore healthy school lunches from around the world, learning about nutrition and cultural diversity through research, discussion, and games.

ML

Maggie Lynch

Other
4/1/25
Sequence
Power Plate Slides
Daily Fuel Tracker Worksheet
Balanced Bite Reference Sheet
Power Plate Teacher Guide

Vitality Vibes

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

JK

Jonda Krontz

Special Education Teacher
2/13
Sequence
Big Build Slides
Body Parts Worksheet
Organ Match Cards
Big Build Teacher Guide

Body Basics

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.

EE

Erin Esswein

Special Education Teacher
2/12
Sequence
Kitchen Chemists Lesson Plan
Plate Power Slides
Grocery Goal Worksheet
Snack Smart Task Cards

Body and World Basics

A functional biology curriculum designed for life skills students, focusing on practical knowledge of nutrition, personal hygiene, and environmental stewardship through hands-on activities and visual aids.

EE

Erin Esswein

Special Education Teacher
2/12
Sequence
Food Family Slides
Grocery Detective Worksheet
Food Group Teacher Guide

Balanced Meal Builders

Students transition from identifying individual food groups to constructing nutritionally complete meal plans. The unit covers food groups, MyPlate proportions, nutrient functions, portion sizes, and culminates in a school menu design project.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Food Group Sort Slides
Food Group Sorting Worksheet
Mystery Bag Teacher Guide

Plate Power Nutrition

A comprehensive nutrition sequence for 2nd graders focused on the MyPlate framework. Students learn to categorize food, understand its functions, visualize portions, and design balanced meals through hands-on activities.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Sorting Slides
Food Group Sort Worksheet

Balanced Meal Design

Students investigate the five major food groups to understand how nutrients fuel the body. They learn to classify foods, connect nutrients to health, estimate portion sizes, and eventually design balanced daily menus using the MyPlate framework.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Pantry Power Teacher Guide
Pantry Power Slides
Pantry Power Worksheet

Fuel for Fun

This sequence guides 2nd-grade students through identifying the five food groups, understanding their health benefits using the 'Go, Grow, Glow' model, estimating portions with hand cues, and designing balanced meals. Students progress from basic categorization to applying nutritional knowledge in a final meal-planning workshop.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Signal Spotter Worksheet
Signal Spotter Slides
Detective Debrief Guide

Body Detectives Agency

A comprehensive unit for 2nd graders to develop interoception and self-care skills by interpreting internal signals (hunger, thirst, fatigue) and responding with healthy choices in nutrition, hydration, and movement.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Fueling Super Bodies Lesson Plan
Healthy Eating Slide Deck
Healthy Eating Script

Fueling Our Super Bodies

A week-long nutrition unit for K-3rd graders focusing on the five food groups, balanced meals, and the importance of healthy fuel for the body and mind.

VJ

Vicky Jaime

School Administrator
10/29/25
Sequence
Quest Begins Lesson Plan
Quest Begins Teacher Script
All About Me Worksheet
Feelings Match Game Cards
Name & Happy Thing Activity Card

Wellness Explorers Quest

A 12-session group health and wellbeing program for Pre-K–2nd graders exploring functional health, goal-setting, communication, and physical wellness through a 'Quest' theme. This sequence includes the first 8 sessions with complete lesson plans, scripts, and student activities.

CC

Chara C.

Paraprofessional
7/9/25
Sequence
Cooking Master Lesson Plan
Kitchen Safety Guide Handout
Safety Superstars Quiz Worksheet

Cooking Up Fun

This 6-session culinary education sequence is designed for 6-9 year olds, focusing on basic cooking skills, kitchen safety, and healthy eating habits. Students will progress from safety fundamentals to preparing their own healthy meals and snacks.

K

Karley

General Education Teacher
4/17/25
Sequence
Global Bites Facilitator Guide
Global Bites Explorer Log
Global Bites Instructional Slides
Global Bites Discussion Guide

Global Bites

A vibrant two-session afterschool program where students explore healthy school lunches from around the world, learning about nutrition and cultural diversity through research, discussion, and games.

ML

Maggie Lynch

Other
4/1/25
Sequence
Safety Scouts Worksheet
Safety Scout Slides

Kitchen Crusaders

A 2-lesson unit designed to introduce elementary students to kitchen safety, tool identification, and visual recipe following through the creation of no-bake energy bites.

HC

Heather Cortez

Special Education Teacher
3/9
Sequence
Power Plate Slides
Daily Fuel Tracker Worksheet
Balanced Bite Reference Sheet
Power Plate Teacher Guide

Vitality Vibes

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

JK

Jonda Krontz

Special Education Teacher
2/13
Sequence
Big Build Slides
Body Parts Worksheet
Organ Match Cards
Big Build Teacher Guide

Body Basics

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.

EE

Erin Esswein

Special Education Teacher
2/12
Sequence
Kitchen Chemists Lesson Plan
Plate Power Slides
Grocery Goal Worksheet
Snack Smart Task Cards

Body and World Basics

A functional biology curriculum designed for life skills students, focusing on practical knowledge of nutrition, personal hygiene, and environmental stewardship through hands-on activities and visual aids.

EE

Erin Esswein

Special Education Teacher
2/12
Sequence
Body Signal Slides
Body Dashboard Worksheet
Signal Spotter Teacher Guide

Hydration Habit Builders

A 2nd-grade health sequence focused on recognizing thirst signals, understanding hydration indicators, and establishing daily water-drinking routines.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Sugar Shock Slides
Sugar Shock Worksheet
Hydration Hero Teacher Guide

Healthy Hydration Hero

A 2nd-grade project-based sequence where students analyze beverage sugar content, learn to read labels, experiment with natural infusions, and design a campaign to promote water as the healthiest hydration choice.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Thirsty Comparison Worksheet
Plant Power Slides
Survival Secrets Teacher Guide

Water Wonders

A comprehensive 2nd-grade sequence exploring the biological necessity of water. Students investigate how hydration affects plants, body temperature, brain function, and internal cycles through hands-on simulations and comparative analysis.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Signal Success Slides
Signal Sleuths Worksheet
Signal Drill Guide

Safety Squad Academy

A 2nd-grade sequence focused on active injury prevention through simulations, games, and skill-building. Students learn to interpret safety signals, handle equipment correctly, recognize hydration needs, and navigate playground traffic safely.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Pantry Power Teacher Guide
Pantry Power Slides
Pantry Power Worksheet

Fuel for Fun

This sequence guides 2nd-grade students through identifying the five food groups, understanding their health benefits using the 'Go, Grow, Glow' model, estimating portions with hand cues, and designing balanced meals. Students progress from basic categorization to applying nutritional knowledge in a final meal-planning workshop.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Spongy Muscles Worksheet
Body Fuel Slides
Body Fuel Teacher Guide

H2O Heroes

A comprehensive sequence for 2nd grade students to understand the biological importance of water, recognize personal thirst cues, and develop sustainable hydration habits through simulations and routine-building activities.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Signal Spotter Worksheet
Signal Spotter Slides
Detective Debrief Guide

Body Detectives Agency

A comprehensive unit for 2nd graders to develop interoception and self-care skills by interpreting internal signals (hunger, thirst, fatigue) and responding with healthy choices in nutrition, hydration, and movement.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Germ Patrol Teacher Guide
Germ Jail Slides
Scrub Squad Worksheet

Body Boss Academy

A comprehensive 2nd-grade health sequence focusing on personal hygiene, dental care, sleep science, and daily self-care routines to promote independence and disease prevention.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Fueling Super Bodies Lesson Plan
Healthy Eating Slide Deck
Healthy Eating Script

Fueling Our Super Bodies

A week-long nutrition unit for K-3rd graders focusing on the five food groups, balanced meals, and the importance of healthy fuel for the body and mind.

VJ

Vicky Jaime

School Administrator
10/29/25
Sequence
Quest Begins Lesson Plan
Quest Begins Teacher Script
All About Me Worksheet
Feelings Match Game Cards
Name & Happy Thing Activity Card

Wellness Explorers Quest

A 12-session group health and wellbeing program for Pre-K–2nd graders exploring functional health, goal-setting, communication, and physical wellness through a 'Quest' theme. This sequence includes the first 8 sessions with complete lesson plans, scripts, and student activities.

CC

Chara C.

Paraprofessional
7/9/25
Sequence
Cooking Master Lesson Plan
Kitchen Safety Guide Handout
Safety Superstars Quiz Worksheet

Cooking Up Fun

This 6-session culinary education sequence is designed for 6-9 year olds, focusing on basic cooking skills, kitchen safety, and healthy eating habits. Students will progress from safety fundamentals to preparing their own healthy meals and snacks.

K

Karley

General Education Teacher
4/17/25
Sequence
Safety Scouts Worksheet
Safety Scout Slides

Kitchen Crusaders

A 2-lesson unit designed to introduce elementary students to kitchen safety, tool identification, and visual recipe following through the creation of no-bake energy bites.

HC

Heather Cortez

Special Education Teacher
3/9
Sequence
Power Plate Slides
Daily Fuel Tracker Worksheet
Balanced Bite Reference Sheet
Power Plate Teacher Guide

Vitality Vibes

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

JK

Jonda Krontz

Special Education Teacher
2/13
Sequence
Big Build Slides
Body Parts Worksheet
Organ Match Cards
Big Build Teacher Guide

Body Basics

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.

EE

Erin Esswein

Special Education Teacher
2/12
Sequence
Kitchen Chemists Lesson Plan
Plate Power Slides
Grocery Goal Worksheet
Snack Smart Task Cards

Body and World Basics

A functional biology curriculum designed for life skills students, focusing on practical knowledge of nutrition, personal hygiene, and environmental stewardship through hands-on activities and visual aids.

EE

Erin Esswein

Special Education Teacher
2/12
Sequence
Body Signal Slides
Body Dashboard Worksheet
Signal Spotter Teacher Guide

Hydration Habit Builders

A 2nd-grade health sequence focused on recognizing thirst signals, understanding hydration indicators, and establishing daily water-drinking routines.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Sugar Shock Slides
Sugar Shock Worksheet
Hydration Hero Teacher Guide

Healthy Hydration Hero

A 2nd-grade project-based sequence where students analyze beverage sugar content, learn to read labels, experiment with natural infusions, and design a campaign to promote water as the healthiest hydration choice.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Thirsty Comparison Worksheet
Plant Power Slides
Survival Secrets Teacher Guide

Water Wonders

A comprehensive 2nd-grade sequence exploring the biological necessity of water. Students investigate how hydration affects plants, body temperature, brain function, and internal cycles through hands-on simulations and comparative analysis.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Food Family Slides
Grocery Detective Worksheet
Food Group Teacher Guide

Balanced Meal Builders

Students transition from identifying individual food groups to constructing nutritionally complete meal plans. The unit covers food groups, MyPlate proportions, nutrient functions, portion sizes, and culminates in a school menu design project.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Sorting Slides
Food Group Sort Worksheet

Balanced Meal Design

Students investigate the five major food groups to understand how nutrients fuel the body. They learn to classify foods, connect nutrients to health, estimate portion sizes, and eventually design balanced daily menus using the MyPlate framework.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Pantry Power Teacher Guide
Pantry Power Slides
Pantry Power Worksheet

Fuel for Fun

This sequence guides 2nd-grade students through identifying the five food groups, understanding their health benefits using the 'Go, Grow, Glow' model, estimating portions with hand cues, and designing balanced meals. Students progress from basic categorization to applying nutritional knowledge in a final meal-planning workshop.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Spongy Muscles Worksheet
Body Fuel Slides
Body Fuel Teacher Guide

H2O Heroes

A comprehensive sequence for 2nd grade students to understand the biological importance of water, recognize personal thirst cues, and develop sustainable hydration habits through simulations and routine-building activities.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Invisible World Teacher Guide
Invisible World Slides
Invisible World Worksheet

Germ Detectives Academy

A comprehensive 2nd Grade health sequence where students become 'Germ Detectives' to understand microscopic organisms, simulate disease transmission, master hygiene techniques, and explore the body's internal immune defenses.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Glitter Germ Slides
Glitter Germ Lab Report
Classroom Hot Spot Map

Hygiene Hero Academy

Students explore the invisible world of germs and establish lifelong hygiene habits through experiments, simulations, and routine planning. This hands-on sequence focuses on handwashing, dental care, and respiratory etiquette to empower young learners as 'Hygiene Heroes.'

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Signal Spotter Worksheet
Signal Spotter Slides
Detective Debrief Guide

Body Detectives Agency

A comprehensive unit for 2nd graders to develop interoception and self-care skills by interpreting internal signals (hunger, thirst, fatigue) and responding with healthy choices in nutrition, hydration, and movement.

Lenny Avatar
Lenny
1/17
Sequence
Fueling Super Bodies Lesson Plan
Healthy Eating Slide Deck
Healthy Eating Script

Fueling Our Super Bodies

A week-long nutrition unit for K-3rd graders focusing on the five food groups, balanced meals, and the importance of healthy fuel for the body and mind.

VJ

Vicky Jaime

School Administrator
10/29/25
Sequence
Quest Begins Lesson Plan
Quest Begins Teacher Script
All About Me Worksheet
Feelings Match Game Cards
Name & Happy Thing Activity Card

Wellness Explorers Quest

A 12-session group health and wellbeing program for Pre-K–2nd graders exploring functional health, goal-setting, communication, and physical wellness through a 'Quest' theme. This sequence includes the first 8 sessions with complete lesson plans, scripts, and student activities.

CC

Chara C.

Paraprofessional
7/9/25
Sequence
Global Bites Facilitator Guide
Global Bites Explorer Log
Global Bites Instructional Slides
Global Bites Discussion Guide

Global Bites

A vibrant two-session afterschool program where students explore healthy school lunches from around the world, learning about nutrition and cultural diversity through research, discussion, and games.

ML

Maggie Lynch

Other
4/1/25