Does anyone know what a food pyramid is? A food pyramid helps you see what foods you need to eat the most of and what food you need to eat the least of. Because grains are the biggest category that means you should eat the most of that food group. (Go through other 5 groups)
Explain what Grains are
Explain Fruit
Explain Vegetables
Explain Dairy
Explain Protein
Ask students to give examples for each catogory
Grains are foods that are made from wheat, rice, oat, etc.
Usually the colors of grains are brown and bland
Can you think of some examples of grains you eat?
Fruits are ripe foods that have seeds and contain natural sugars
Vegetables part of a plant that is edible
Fruits and Veggies are good for you!
Protein is a nutrient made up of amino acids that help make you strong and healthy
Protein can be found in eggs, nuts, and meat
What are some examples of protein you eat?