Instructions
Read each section carefully and complete the fun activities to learn about carbohydrates!
Activity 1: What are Carbs?
Use the words from the Word Bank to fill in the blanks and learn what carbohydrates do for your body.
Carbohydrates, or "carbs" for short, are an important part of our . They give our bodies to run, jump, and play! Think of them as for your body, just like a car needs gas.
Activity 2: Slow Energy vs. Quick Energy
Some carbs give you long-lasting energy ("Slow Energy"), and others give you a quick burst that doesn't last long ("Quick Energy"). Circle the "Slow Energy" foods in BLUE and the "Quick Energy" foods in RED.
Activity 3: Energy Food Drawing
Draw a picture of your favorite healthy "Slow Energy" food that gives you power to play all day!
Activity 4: Carb Word Search
Find and circle the hidden words. The words can go across or down.
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Answer Key
Activity 1: What are Carbs?
Carbohydrates, or "carbs" for short, are an important part of our food. They give our bodies energy to run, jump, and play! Think of them as fuel for your body, just like a car needs gas.
Activity 2: Slow Energy vs. Quick Energy
Slow Energy (BLUE): Apple, Oatmeal, Carrot, Brown Rice
Quick Energy (RED): Cookie, Soda, Candy, Cupcake
Activity 3: Energy Food Drawing
Answers will vary. Any healthy carbohydrate like a banana, potato, whole wheat bread, or bowl of oatmeal is a great answer!
Activity 4: Carb Word Search
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