Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to understand the concept of making healthy choices while shopping for groceries and everyday items.

Materials and Prep

Materials:

• Pen and paper
• Access to a grocery store or online grocery shopping website

Preparation:

• Review the concept of healthy eating and the importance of making good choices
• Prepare a list of grocery items to discuss during the lesson

Activities

1. Start by discussing the concept of healthy eating and why it is important to make good choices when shopping for groceries.

2. Take a virtual or physical trip to the grocery store and identify healthy food items such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Discuss the benefits of these items for the body.

3. Create a list of healthy food items that the student would like to include in their next shopping trip.

4. Discuss the importance of reading food labels and understanding the nutritional information.

Third Grade Talking Points

• "When we go shopping, it's important to choose foods that help our bodies grow strong and healthy."
• "We can find healthy foods like colorful fruits and vegetables in the produce section of the store."
• "Reading food labels can help us understand how much sugar and fat are in the foods we eat."
• "Choosing whole grains like brown rice and whole wheat bread can give us energy to play and learn."