1. Final Project: Part 1 Topic: Nutrition Grade Level: Kindergarten (To be used at kindergarten orientation) Brittany Clayton HED 424 December 12, 2011

2. Welcome Parents to Kindergarten Orientation

3. Nutrition Students will be able to identify examples of healthy foods and eating properly. Student will discuss good and eating habits with examples. (k)1.3 [7.2.1] and (k)3.2 [7.2.2]

4. Breakfast Brainstorm on circle map – Review Healthy choice from list – Circle healthy Foods – “X” unhealthy foods Activity – Write what students likes for breakfast – “I like (insert item) for breakfast.” – D raw a picture of the item.

5. Lunch Brainstorm on circle Map – Review Healthy choice from list – Circle healthy Foods – “X” unhealthy foods Activity – Creating a lunch bag – On a worksheet, color and cut out lunch picture items – Place items in brown paper page labeled “My Healthy Lunch”

6. Dinner Brainstorm on circle Map – Review Healthy choice from list – Circle healthy Foods – “X” unhealthy foods Activity – Finding and identify dinner food in a magazine – Cut and past items on a paper plate

7. Snacks Brainstorm on circle Map – Review Healthy choice from list – Circle healthy Foods – “X” unhealthy foods Activity – Worksheet with pictures of healthy and non healthy snack foods. – “X” out unhealthy items – color healthy snack food

8. At Home Practice Individually – Select from pre-laid out selection of food choices – Eating all food at meals – Utilize websites with interactive games get additional learning at home about nutrition Family – Grocery shop together – Prepare meals together – Show examples of healthy foods

9. Resources Online  WebMD-Gives facts and tips on children and food. This site address other health related topics for parents and student.  Nourish Interactive-This site can be used by children, parents, and teachers. There are also articles, games, and recipe ideas.  ChooseMyPlate.gov-Interactive site for parents and student. There are games for children to play learning about nutrients and parents are able to track their food intake accordance with a balanced diet.

10. Resources cont… Las Vegas, Nevada  Kids Nutrition- 1000 E Sahara Ave, 89104, 702-734-8885  healthykidslv.com- tips, facts, and meal plans for parents and children in Las Vegas.  T & R Kids Nutrition Center-m4241 West Charleston Boulevard Suite M, 89102, 702- 258-0260

11. FAQ’s Healthy eating habits can carry into adult life If unsure how to properly select and prepare healthy foods, doctors and nationalist can assist parents. Eating meals as a family in a positive setting can eliminate binge eating when stressed. Planning snack time will help avoid spoiling a child’s appetite. Sweetened drinks and soda have been associated with obesity in children. Encourage children to dink more water instead. Food should never be used for punishment. Avoid using food for rewards too.

12. References Curriculum.wiki-teacher.com Children.webmd.com/guide/kids-healthy- eating-habits http://www.nourishinteractive.com/ ChooseMyPlate.gov