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The concepts and My Plate graphics in this 80+ page unit have come from the USDA My Plate website (http://www.choosemyplate.gov/index.html). The handouts and activities are aligned with the government recommendations from this site. This resource is designed for children in grades 3-6, but may be useful for grades 7-8 as well.
This unit is divided into six sections by food group. The final section is meant to help students integrate what they learned in the previous five sections and includes, meal planning sheets, independent projects and a final test. One way to use these materials is to spend a week in each section to make a six week unit.
Most of the materials in this unit fall into one of three categories. Use the ones that work best for you. Please note that all of the materials have been color coded for easy reference according to the colors used on the My Plate Icon. However, they will still print out fine in grayscale.
Posters/Packet Covers
These feature the My Plate Icon prominently along with the name of a specific food group. They can be used as posters around your room, section dividers or as cover sheets for packets of handouts and worksheets.
Handouts
These are informative pages that students can use as a reference and to share with their families. Each food group includes a handout detailing what foods are included in the group and another handout about why it is important to eat these foods. There is also a My Plate Introduction handout and a glossary of terms.
Worksheets and graphic organizers
The bulk of this unit is made up of worksheets and graphic organizers about the five food groups. The first two in each unit require students to use information they learned from the handouts. There are also some other more free-form activities. In addition, each unit includes a worksheet to use in conjunction with a school hot lunch menu, a home inventory, a guided report, and a short multiple choice quiz. Answer Keys are included when appropriate.
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Rachel Lynette
This unit is divided into six sections by food group. The final section is meant to help students integrate what they learned in the previous five sections and includes, meal planning sheets, independent projects and a final test. One way to use these materials is to spend a week in each section to make a six week unit.
Most of the materials in this unit fall into one of three categories. Use the ones that work best for you. Please note that all of the materials have been color coded for easy reference according to the colors used on the My Plate Icon. However, they will still print out fine in grayscale.
Posters/Packet Covers
These feature the My Plate Icon prominently along with the name of a specific food group. They can be used as posters around your room, section dividers or as cover sheets for packets of handouts and worksheets.
Handouts
These are informative pages that students can use as a reference and to share with their families. Each food group includes a handout detailing what foods are included in the group and another handout about why it is important to eat these foods. There is also a My Plate Introduction handout and a glossary of terms.
Worksheets and graphic organizers
The bulk of this unit is made up of worksheets and graphic organizers about the five food groups. The first two in each unit require students to use information they learned from the handouts. There are also some other more free-form activities. In addition, each unit includes a worksheet to use in conjunction with a school hot lunch menu, a home inventory, a guided report, and a short multiple choice quiz. Answer Keys are included when appropriate.
Please see the free preview for more details.
Rachel Lynette
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2 Months
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90
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jflaherty
Love! Thanks!
May 6, 2013 
dweidner
I amusing this packet in my class now. So wonderful!
April 28, 2013
Vweidle
Super
April 22, 2013
carolstream
This is one of the best units I have seen on Nutrition- Thanks
March 10, 2013
noellerodgers
Fantastic! Great ideas for my unit!
February 23, 2013
jhowland
This is awesome! Thank you for sharing!!
February 13, 2013
cindybirge
Thank you for providing this.
February 10, 2013
jordan01
thnks, can't wait to use it.
February 3, 2013
thomasgoksu96
Thanks!
February 2, 2013
ski2008
So many activities to choose from for each food group! Can't wait to use this with my class.
January 30, 2013
sueboundy
This was a great product. There was a section for each food group, and so many activities for each one that you could pick and choose what was best for your purposes. The focus was on making better choices, and we all learned a lot of new information.
January 30, 2013
normasalas
Great unit!
January 27, 2013
leisel51
Absolutely love all of the activities and will use them with a nutrition unit in the spring. Thanks.
January 26, 2013
dkeitaanpaa2
great resource thanks
January 25, 2013
lcapper
A very well put together unit.
November 27, 2012
Jolene HanigJones (TpT Seller)
Wow! This looks like a great resource and so up-to-date!
November 26, 2012
matty703
:)
November 20, 2012
shauna71
Wonderful information ready to use! Thanks.
November 11, 2012
mucci64
Excellent!
October 28, 2012
jenn1fer
So excited to use this!
October 24, 2012
angelique manton (TpT Seller)
This is just what I was looking for and MORE!!! I was a little apprehensive to make this purchase because I was not sure if it would be appropriate for highschool but it appears to be a useful resource for all ages. With all of the new changes the information can be overwhelming. I was looking for a clear, simple, and effective way to teach this being that most of my students are not familiar with it at all. I would reccommend changes the ages to "all grades". Thanks so much for your hard work and creativity!
September 27, 2012
Rachel Lynette (TpT Seller)
Wow, what a nice comment! I am so glad it worked well for you. It didn't occur to me that it could be used for older grades. I will definetely change the grade level.
September 28, 2012
Samantha Lawrence (TpT Seller)
Such an awesome resource! So glad I purchased this. Well worth the cost!
September 3, 2012
elizwillis
Excited to use!
September 2, 2012
kds32584
It is hard to find My Plate resources so this is extremely helpful. Thanks!
August 20, 2012
gossk
Nice! Thank you.
August 11, 2012
mduale
Great very detailed resource. We have been incorporating healthy lifestyles and eating habits much more because of the ease of this packet. Thank you
April 18, 2012
binskeep
I can't wait to use these materials.
February 29, 2012
jentaylor11
Great!
February 28, 2012
gsneotroop80320
This is great and I will be able to use it for at-least 2 Months worth of lessons for my Girl Scout troop. I cant wait
February 18, 2012
sajohannes
Nice!
January 29, 2012
lovin2scrap
I am just starting to purchase supplies for the new my plate guidelines... it is a lot to "digest" so I was thrilled to see such a comprehensive unit already prepared! THANK YOU!!!
November 13, 2011
Kari Rodgers (TpT Seller)
Thank you for creating a wonderful product! I was amazed to see such detail and incorporating the new My Plate icons! You made my life easier!
November 5, 2011
Smpratt1966
I will use this throughout the year. Thanks
October 11, 2011
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cindeeb
Do you have any plans for something aligned with MyPlate for 1st and 2nd graders?
I love your stuff!
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Cindy
I love your stuff!
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Cindy
March 31, 2012
Rachel Lynette (TpT Seller)
Not at this time...I was thinking about it, but I am not nearly as comfortable creating for 1-2 as I am for 3-6. Sorry!
March 31, 2012
Rachel Urka (TpT Seller)
Let me know if I can help, I'm actually a SPED teacher for older kids, but cognitively they are anywhere from K-3.
Rachel
Rachel
October 2, 2011
Rachel Lynette (TpT Seller)
Rachel, that would be awesome actually. I just sent a note to one of my TpT primary buddies but it you have ideas I would love that! Of course you would get the unit for free. Can you email me at reallyrachel@gmail.com (TpT doesn't give buyer contact info)? Thanks!
October 2, 2011
Rachel Urka (TpT Seller)
What a beautiful unit! - any chance you're working on a k-3 version? :)
October 2, 2011
Rachel Lynette (TpT Seller)
I have thought about it...I think I need a partner in crime because honestly, K-2 is not my strong suit, but I think I have an idea for someone who might want to help! I'll keep you posted!
October 2, 2011
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