Educational Materials Grades Pre-K to 12 Free Materials Policy Nutrition materials designed for grades 3-7 are available free to classroom teachers who teach the specified grade level. One grade below or above the recommended grade is allowable. A teacher may receive only one free kit.

MyPyramid for Kids Poster* n 22” x 34” poster featuring USDA’s MyPyramid for Kids n Includes eight reproducibles including Daily Amount of Food Suggested from Each Group per Day and by Calorie Level, MyPyramid Worksheet, A Close Look at MyPyramid, Dear Family Letter, Dear Teacher Letter, Tips for Families and a Family Take Home Activity (with recipe). n Grades 1-6  Price $1.95 each * free to all teachers, grade 1-6

MyPyramid for Kids Tear Pad * n 8 ½” x 11” 100-sheet tear pad n Teaches kids the importance of healthy food choices and daily physical activity. The back side includes information to help kids determine the right amount of food from each food group that fits their lifestyle. n Grades 1-6  Price $4.95 each * free to all teachers, grades 1-6

MyPyramid Poster* n 22” x 34” poster featuring USDA’s MyPyramid n Includes reproducibles to serve as handouts or for reference: the Anatomy of MyPyramid, information and tips on choosing nutrient-rich foods, MyPyramid's summarized Key Concepts for Educators, It's All About You tips, Calorie Levels by Age/Activity, and Daily Amount of Food Suggested from Each Group per Day and by Calorie Level. n All Grades  Price $1.95 each * free to all teachers

Spanish MyPyramid Poster* n 22” x 34” poster featuring USDA’s MyPyramid in Spanish n Includes identical copy as English version translated into Spanish n All Grades  Price $1.95 each * free to all teachers

MyPyramid Tear Pad* n 8 ½” x 11” 100-sheet tear pad n Symbolizes a personalized approach to healthy eating and physical activity. The back side charts the five food groups and suggests daily food amounts from each based on a 2,000- calorie diet. n All Grades  Price $4.95 each * free to all teachers

The Safe Food Journey n 22” x 32” poster detailing the journey of food from farm to home n Reverse side includes worksheets and activities that help educate students about safe food handling. n Grades 2-4  Price $1.95 each

Choose Well * n Math / Nutrition kit teaching students how to read nutrition labels, choose nutrient-rich foods and appropriate portion sizes n Kit includes a teacher backgrounder, activity guide, video, computer game,17 masters, 2 posters. n Grade 4-5  Price $16.95 each * free to qualified teachers

 Social studies kit providing students the opportunity to explore the foods and traditions of diverse cultures  Kit includes a leader guide with masters, video, and a Food Guide Pyramid Poster.  Grade 4-5  Price $14.95 each Celebrate America* * free to qualified teachers

Things We Can Learn From a Cow and a Worm n 22” x 34” poster demonstrating the positive role ruminants, especially cattle, play in the environment n Reverse side includes a teacher’s guide and reproducible masters. n Grade 5-6  Price $1.95 each

Fueled For Flight* n Science and math video kit using the principles of space travel to demonstrate how the body uses energy n Kit includes a teacher’s guide, a 20-minute video, 16 reproducible masters, and a pre/post test. n Updated to include MyPyramid n Grades 5-6  Price $14.95 each * free to qualified teachers

Beef in Brief n Brochure with six activities providing information on the societal contributions of cattle and cattlemen n Topics covered: u What is beef? u Cattle Industry History u Nutrition u Food Safety u Environment u Animal Welfare n Middle School  Free

Basics About Beef n 24-page booklet covering the nutritional benefits of beef as well as all aspects of buying, storing, preparing and serving beef. n 8 1/2” x 11” booklet includes word puzzles and games. n Grades 7-12  Price $.85 each

Take a Cook on the Wild Side n Consumer Sciences Video kit teaching life skills in food safety, nutrition and beef preparation n Kit includes a teacher’s guide, a 20-minute video, 8 blackline masters, a Retail Cuts of Beef Chart and 2 booklets on beef. n Grades 7-12  Price $8.95 each

Lifestyle Tearpads n Colorful 8 ½” x 14” 100-sheet tear pads n Each includes nutrition information, healthful tips, and a delicious recipe u Beef Nutrients that Work as Hard as You Do u Everyday Solutions for Everyday Heroes u The Fitness Connection u The Tween Scene u Childhood Nutrition

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