Kids fight obesity by comparing the USDA food intake suggestions to what they personally consume throughout the day. They watch a video, read texts, and explore related vocabulary which they use as they compose an oral presentation. 

Concepts

eating habits, healthy eating, obesity, healthy habits

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Additional Tags

health

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Instructional Ideas

• Connect the lesson between language arts and science class
• Use during a school-wide focus on healthy habits and nutrition

Classroom Considerations

• Requires access to the Internet

Pros

• Handouts and video links are included
  

Cons

• None

Common Core

RI.6.1 RI.6.2 RI.7.6 RI.8.1 RI.8.2 RI.8.6 RI.9-10.1 RI.9-10.2 RI.9-10.6 RI.11-12.1 RI.11-12.2 RI.11-12.6