Learning Goal: Students will investigate Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating, and apply their knowledge by encouraging nutritious food options within the school.
Activity #1: Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating
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Activity #2: Analyzing School Options
As a class we will analyze St. Joe's canteen menu of the day, and the vending machine options available to us when we're hungry. In small groups, you will be assigned the canteen or a vending machine and asked to investigate the options and analyze how these options conform to Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating. You will require the following items;
- Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating
- Writing utensil
- Comparison Handout
canteen_and_vending_machine_analysis.docx | |
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Activity #3: Making Connections
As a class, brainstorm ideas and tips for encouraging healthy eating habits. Use the following as guidelines for discussion;
- What can students do?
- What can parents do?
- What can communities do?