Unit 12: Grains

Grains give our bodies energy.
Whole grains help the body stay full and healthy.
There is a difference between whole grain and enriched grains.
Grains can be cooked in different ways (boil, bake, microwave).
Grains are used in many foods: bread, rice, pasta, oatmeal, muffins.
Grains belong to the Grains group on MyPlate.

Point to and name common grains.
Sort foods into: whole grain / not whole grain (with pictures or food models).
Follow simple, picture-supported recipes.
Practice safe kitchen habits.
Taste and describe grains (soft, chewy, sweet, plain).
Compare whole vs enriched grains using simple visuals.

Students will demonstrate learning by:

Placing grains correctly on MyPlate.

Show steps to prepare one grain recipe safely.

Explain (point/say/draw) why grains give us energy.

Match pictures of grain foods to their names.

Reflect with thumbs-up/sideways/down.