This document outlines key information about food and nutrition for 4th grade students. It discusses the importance of eating a balanced diet with foods from all major food groups to obtain necessary nutrients. A balanced diet includes grains, dairy, proteins, fruits, and vegetables. It also notes that staying hydrated by drinking water is important. The major nutrients like carbohydrates, vitamins, fiber, minerals, proteins, and fats are defined along with examples of foods that contain each nutrient. Guidelines are provided around eating the correct amounts of food to maintain a healthy weight.