Lesson Objective

SWBAT identify the 5 main food Groups and place them on the "my plate" diagram.
SWBAT explain why the "my Plate" concept is so beneficial for people when constructing a meal.
SWBAT create their own my plate for 3 separate meals

What are the 5 main food Groups?
Why is eating according to the "my Plate" diagram so beneficial?

H.1.6 Use and evaluate appropriate strategies to promote well-being, delay onset and reduce risks of potential health problems.

Purpose; To review the 5 main food Groups, and the foods within them and the overall importance of eating according to the "My Plate".
DOK: 1&2

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https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IXidf2lxoaXiOp6jJg17cWsCBxxXJGx1DAR3_9zOjgg/edit?usp=sharing

Students will draw and label a plate with the appropriate food groups.  Students will then create 3 meals for a day using the my plate method.